In contrast to the English, the French and Dutch colonists generally:
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Correct answer: Relied on trade alliances and intermarriage with Native Americans
Because the French and Dutch were focused on trade rather than large-scale land acquisition for farming, they had smaller settler populations. This led them to adopt a more cooperative approach with Native Americans to secure pelts and navigation routes.
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