What were the major social groups in the colony of New France ?

There were three major social groups in New France. They were the:
 
  • Nobility or the colonial élite which included army officers, upper clergy and administrators.
  • Middle class or bourgeoisie which included merchants and civil servants. 
  • Common People which included the habitants, parish priests,coureurs-des-bois,  and tradesmen.
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    Try the following questions on social groups in New France.