The Fur Trade
The Fur Trade
Social Phenomenon: Evolution of colonial society under French rule
Students will grasp the perspective and contribution of various actors and describe what happened at the time of New France (C1). And while considering multiple perspectives, students will interpret "The evolution of colonial society under French rule" by explaining relations with France, considering various aspects, and analyzing changes and continuities and causes and consequences (C2).
Original student texts, materials and student activities considering guiding questions like "Why are resources important?" You will learn about to Explain how the resource was exploited, to explain the consequences of the fur trade on the territory, and to describe the policy of Mercantilism. Student site section not yet available. Curated document collection in progress here ➦ (Note: See also RECITUS task: Montreal, a fur trade centre)
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