Questions: Topic 3, Lessons 1-2 Quiz 1. What was the greatest advantage the French had over the British in the 1700 s in North America? A. They significantly outnumbered the British. B. They had support from more American Indian groups. C. They controlled the most important ports and rivers. D. They controlled the most fertile land on the continent.

The answer is B. They had support from more American Indian groups.

This option is incorrect. In the 1700s, the British colonies in North America had a larger population compared to the French colonies. The British had more settlers, which allowed them to raise larger armies and have a greater economic base.

This option is correct. The French had established strong alliances with various American Indian groups, such as the Huron and Algonquin. These alliances were crucial in the French and Indian War (1754-1763), as they provided the French with additional military support and knowledge of the terrain.

This option is incorrect. While the French did control some strategic locations, such as the St. Lawrence River and parts of the Mississippi River, the British controlled key ports along the Atlantic coast, which were vital for trade and military logistics.

This option is incorrect. The British colonies, particularly in the southern regions, had access to fertile lands that were ideal for agriculture, such as the Chesapeake Bay area and the Carolinas. The French territories were more focused on the fur trade and less on agriculture.