Question 267

Where was the first permanent European settlement north of Florida established in Acadia by French explorers in 1604?

  1. AMontreal
  2. BPort-Royal
  3. CSt. John's
  4. DQuébec City
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Correct answer: B) Port-Royal

Explanation

French explorers Pierre de Monts and Samuel de Champlain first established a settlement on St. Croix Island, but then moved to Port-Royal, in Acadia (present-day Nova Scotia). This became the first permanent European settlement north of Florida.

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