Which two statements explain why most Native Americans initially supported the French during the French and Indian War? A. The French required Native Americans to vacate their territories. B. The French primarily focused on fur trading rather than settling land. C. The British were not interested in having Native Americans as allies. D. Britain intended to seize land for British settler farms. E. French military power surpassed that of the British.
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- The most accurate reasons why many Native American groups initially supported the French during the French and Indian War are B. The French primarily focused on fur trading rather than settling land, and D. Britain intended to seize land for British settler farms.
- The French adapted to the native way of life, formed alliances through commercial relationships, and were more interested in trade than in taking over land for settlement. They built trading posts and engaged in the fur trade, often marrying Native women and integrating into their communities, which fostered good relations between the French and Native Americans.
- On the other hand, the British were more focused on colonization, seeking new lands for their settlers to farm. This expansionist attitude posed a direct threat to Native American lands and ways of life, as the British would clear large areas for settlements and farms, often displacing the indigenous populations.