Summary
It’s been called one of America’s “forgotten wars.” But in the middle of the 18th century, Britain and France fought over who’d get to dominate North America! In this BrainPOP movie on the French and Indian War, you’ll learn how life in the British colonies differed from life in New France--the territory that stretched from the Allegheny Mountains of Pennsylvania into Canada and across the Mississippi. You’ll discover how trade with American Indians sparked a major conflict between the two European powers, and the role a young colonel named George Washington played in the drama. You’ll hear how the British turned the tables on the French after two years of defeat, and even learn how Britain’s policy of raising taxes to pay for the war helped spark the American Revolution! So grab your musket, put on your red coat, and watch this movie!
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Discussion questions
A few questions to talk through after watching French and Indian War:
- What is one new thing you learned about french and indian war?
- Can you explain it to a partner in your own words?
- Where might you see this in the real world?
- What is one question you still have?
Quick work-a-long
Try it:
- Write one sentence explaining french and indian war.
- Draw or give one example of your own.