Question 266

Who were the skilled and courageous men who travelled by canoe for the fur trade and formed strong alliances with First Nations?

  1. AFathers of Confederation
  2. BVoyageurs and coureurs des bois
  3. CLoyalists and soldiers
  4. DHabitants and Canadiens
Show the answer and explanation

Correct answer: B) Voyageurs and coureurs des bois

Explanation

The voyageurs and coureurs des bois were the French-Canadian traders who travelled extensively by canoe. They were essential to the fur trade economy and built strong relationships and alliances with many Aboriginal groups.

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