Chapter 3: Study Guide Flashcards

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Why did Britain wants to build colonies in North America?

A

Britain wanted to build colonies in North America because they wanted more money, more power, and military advantage over the rest of Europe.

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John Cabet promoted fishing off the coast of Newfoundland and claimed it for Britain. Why did sailors NOT want to stay and live there?

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Sailors did NOT want to stay and live in Newfoundland because the climate was too harsh and the soil was not good for farming.

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13 Colonies - where were they and how were they different from New France.

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13 Colonies were owned by Britain and was also called New England.

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