Question

French trappers originally were interested in starting settlements in modern-day Canada because of the profitable __________.

Answer 1

Trade in fur


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Answer 2

Fur Trade

French trappers originally were interested in starting settlements in modern-day Canada because of the profitable Fur Trade.

The fur had a great demand in Europe which was mainly used for making soft hats. As the Canada had a great potential of fur production, the French trappers started settlements in Canada to fetch the huge profits from the fur trade.