Wars of Empire Review

Wars of Empire Review

Directions: Under each complete the phrase, answer the question, fill in the blank, or define the definition.

Why did the British and French fight over the colonies? Over territory

When go to war over the colonies, what group do the French and the British try to get on their side and Why? The Indians because they both knew that the Indians would benefit them greatly during the war

Describe the events in the Ohio River Valley that led to the outbreak of war? The French built Fort Duquesne. This enraged the British, they then sent George Washington to clear the path, he defeated a small French force but later surrendered by French counter attack.

How do British turn the tide of war? British cut off French shipping to America causing Indians to switch teams and go with Britain

Describe Pontiacs Rebellion: British conquered Montreal, this meant that the Indians could not play Britain and French off of each other. Britain then cut off supplies. In 1763 Indian groups affected by this rebelled in Pontiac’s Rebellion capturing many Britain forts.

Describe the aftermath of the French Indian War: After war the many British wanted more control of the colonies also wanted colonist to pay some war debts and guarding territories.