history review questions and answers. (mainly the 7 years war)

what was happening in the ohio river valley, around the time of the join or die cartoon?

During the period of the "Join or Die" cartoon, tensions were rising with British and French colonists. the British tried to drive out the french, and the french attacked British colonists as both sought to control trade and land in the Ohio River Valley, leading to violent conflicts.

was future american president George washington successful in taking over fort Duquesne?

no , he was initially unsuccessful in his first attempt to capture Fort Duquesne during the French War.

why did the British begin to seizing hundreds of french merchant ships n 1754?

merchant ships are filled with goods, and so the british didn’t want the french to have that access to valuable resources that could aid their war efforts in the colonies, or be able to trade those resources.

how did the french and British military strategies (not fighting styles) differ in the seven years war?

The British focused on large-scale, direct attacks with conventional forces, while the French employed a more flexible approach, relying on alliances with Native Americans and a network of forts to control territories.

why did the British want to take over Quebec city? Geographically, what made it so hard to attack?

The British wanted to take over Quebec City to gain control of the St. Lawrence River, a crucial supply route. The city's location on high cliffs and its fortified defenses made it difficult to assault its walls.

what was British general James wolfe’s plan to successful take quebec city? did it work?

General James Wolfe's plan involved a surprise nighttime ascent of the cliffs near the city, allowing British troops to capture the plains of Abraham. This strategy ultimately succeeded, leading to a decisive British victory in the Battle of Quebec.

what did the signing of the treaty of Paris signify?

The signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1763 marked the end of the Seven Years' War, resulting in significant land territorial changes. Britain gained control over Canada and Florida, while France ceded its North American territories, reshaping colonial power dynamics.

what did the British do the first nations that created conflict between the two groups?

The British imposed treaties that often disregarded First Nations' land rights and sovereignty, leading to tensions and conflicts over land use and resources.

what is bag’gat’iway and how did the first nations use this attack British settlements

Bag'gat'iway refers to a strategic surprise attack used by some First Nations against British settlements during the colonial period. This method of guerrilla warfare allowed them to resist British encroachment.

what was the royal proclamation? what did it sate?

The Royal Proclamation of 1763 was issued by King George III, establishing guidelines for European settlement of Aboriginal territories. It aimed to stabilize relations with Indigenous populations by restricting colonial expansion west of the Appalachian Mountains and recognizing Indigenous land rights.

what were the conditions of the articles of capitulation

The Articles of Capitulation outlined the terms of surrender for the French forces in Canada during the Seven Years' War. They stipulated the preservation of the rights and property of the French inhabitants, while transitioning control to the British.

what options did the british