Which of the Following Is Not Among the Reasons for the Slow

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not among the reasons for the slow growth of population in New France?

• A) French peasants had little economic incentive to migrate.
• B) Religious minorities were not permitted to emigrate.
• C) The French government favored its Caribbean, island colonies over New France.
• D) The colony was unable to sustain itself economically.
• E) The government was almost completely autocratic.

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