​Standard 8.09

​Compare and contrast the locations and goals of British, French, and Spanish settlements in North America.

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​Color a map showing the locations of the British, French, and Spanish settlements in North America.

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​Match reasons for colonization with the correct countries.

​Spanish Colonization

3 G's

1. ​God

2. ​Gold

3. ​Glory

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​-Sent missionaries to convert natives to Christianity to combat the growth of Islam

​-Get rich

​-Conquering new lands provided wealth, power, and prestige

​French Colonization

1. Northwest Passage

2. Fur Trade

3. Religion

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​Still seeking a water route to India, France sent explorers seeking the Northwest Passage.

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​Furs were in high demand and held high value in France.

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​Sought to spread Christianity

​British Colonization

1. Power and Glory

2. Mercantilism

3. Opportunity

4. Religious Freedom​

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​Competing with Spain for land

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​Wealth through Mercantilism

​Export more than you import

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​British Colonization

1. Power and Glory

2. Mercantilism

3. Opportunity

4. Religious Freedom​

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Lower class citizens had an opportunity to gain power and wealth in America.

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​Seeking freedom to practice their religion free from persecution.