Seigneurial System Flashcards
1
Q
What is the seigneurial system?
A
It was a way in which the land was divided in New France
2
Q
What did it promote?
A
It was to promote settlement but in a systematic way and encouraged settlers to come to New France
3
Q
Who were the seigneurs?
A
Nobles, merchants, and religious congregations were given seigneuries. They had all associated rights over a person or property.
4
Q
What was the seigneurial system called?
A
A semi-feudal system. It was a system in which people were given land and protection by people of higher rank.
5
Q
What did the citizens do for the seigneurs in return?
A
Work and fought for them
6
Q
All french controlled lands in North America belonged to who?
A
The king!
