After the French claimed the Mississippi River and all its surrounding land, how did their goals of exploration change?
French explorers most desired __________ during early trade.
What did La Harpe observe about Oklahoma territory?
Identify the Frenchmen who explored the Oklahoma territory and describe the major contributions of each.
Who claimed the entire Mississippi River and all the lands it drained for France?
Analyze the map below and answer the question that follows. The two French explorers who tried to start a colony at the location identified on the map above were __________.

Explain how the decision to make New France an official colony allowed the French to thrive and prosper in the region.
Searching for the Northwest Passage, __________ led an expedition down the Mississippi River in 1673.
List at least three reasons why the French explored and colonized northern North America.
Who were the first two French explorers to travel all the way through Oklahoma before reaching Santa Fe?
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