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Colonial Conflicts: The French Indian War

Explore the historical background, key events, and consequences of the French Indian War, a pivotal conflict that shaped the future of America. Learn about the rivalries between the French and English colonies, British victories, and colonial resentment towards British control. Understand how this war deepened the divide between the colonies and Britain, leading to significant repercussions on both sides.

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Colonial Conflicts: The French Indian War

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  1. Bellringer • Have you ever experienced that your friendship with one person caused a rift with another? Explain.

  2. The French Indian War • Rivals for an Empire • France’s colonial claims in America are based on the efforts of several explorers • Rivalries erupt between the French and English colonies • The French focus less on settlement and more on economic expansion

  3. The French Indian War • Britain defeats an old enemy • The French and Indian War is a British- French War for control of America • Early British losses in the war lessen colonial respect for the British Army • Britain gains control of Canada and most of America east of the Mississippi River • The Proclamation of 1763, forbidding settlers west of the Appalachians, stirs colonial resentment

  4. The French Indian War • The Colonies and Britain grow apart • To ensure control of their territories, Britain stations an army at the frontier, colonists perceive this as a threat • To help pay for the army, Britain imposes more tariffs and cracks down on smuggling • Some colonists believe that the new regulations violate their rights as British citizens

  5. Class work • Complete questions 11 through 20, page 90

  6. Homework • Study the flip cards on “The Americans” website • Study your Cornell notes for Chapter 2 test tomorrow • Complete the crossword puzzle and turn in for extra credit (tomorrow only!)

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