The French in North America

A) had a rapidly expanding empire due to France's widespread encouragement of migration.
B) refused to compete with the British due to strong alliances.
C) won control of the Ohio Valley in the Seven Years' War.
D) were greatly outnumbered by the British on the continent.
E) were notorious for their poor relations with Native Americans.

Seven Years' War

A global conflict that took place between 1756 and 1763, involving most of the great powers of the time and affecting Europe, North America, Central America, the West African coast, India, and the Philippines.

Rapidly Expanding Empire

Refers to a quick growth in the territorial size and influence of an empire, often seen through colonization, conquest, or annexation.