Question

N what way was the Ohio River Valley a factor in the French and Indian War?

The Ohio River Valley was controlled by both France and Spain.
The Ohio River Valley was near the coast and offered trade opportunities.
The Ohio River Valley had good farmland and control over rivers.
The Ohio River Valley was outside of territory claimed by the Europeans.

Answer 1

The French clashed with the British in claiming the Mississippi river basins with the Ohio valley as a part of the French territory, claiming to have occupied it during the explorations headed by Rene- Robert Cavelier. This led to the outbreak of a conflict that lasted for about nine years.

Answer 2

C. The Ohio River Valley had good farmland and control over rivers