The primary reason the British wanted to expand control into the Ohio Valley in the mid-1700s was to gain access to the region’s natural resources. This area was seen as valuable for its fertile land and resources, which could support the growth of the British colonies. Additionally, while there was competition with the French, the economic motivations regarding resources were a significant driving factor.
Why did the British want to expand control into the Ohio Valley in the mid-1700s?
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to force the French out of North America
to force the French out of North America
to put French settlers there under English rule
to put French settlers there under English rule
to demonstrate Britain’s strength to France and Spain
to demonstrate Britain’s strength to France and Spain
to gain access to the region’s natural resources
to gain access to the region’s natural resources
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