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What was the main goal of the French in colonizing the Americas?

establishing a colony with French subjects
trading, especially for furs
gaining control of shipping lanes
spreading Catholicism among native peoples

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Trading

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Answer:

Trading, specially for furs.

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According the searcher study has commented about the subject that the main goal was to build a massive trading empire focused mostly on fur. Furs were one of the most valuable products in Europe in the 16th century.

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