Answers ND-World History II CR Unit Test — Unit testQuestion 19

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Unit Test — Unit test

Question 19 • ND-World History II CR

Which statement most completely explains why the French settled in New France?

Answer

A

They were hunting and trading fur and were seeking a route to the Pacific.

B

They sought to convert Indigenous peoples and were looking for new land to explore.

C

They came to trap and trade fur, were looking for new land and a route to the Pacific, and sought to convert Indigenous peoples.

D

They came to trap and trade fur, and they sought new land and a way to the Pacific.

Explanation

The French settled in New France for several reasons: to trap and trade fur, to explore and claim new land, to search for a route to the Pacific, and to convert Indigenous peoples to Christianity. Choice C includes all of these motives, making it the most complete explanation. Choices A, B, and D each leave out at least one reason.

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