What statement is true of the french colonists in the americans

The French started the colonization of America during the 16th century, They initially wanted to search for a route to the Pacific ocean.

The French built military forts in the places were they settled. Cities like Quebec, Montreal, Saint Louis, Baton Rouge, and New Orleans later developed from this forts.

French colonies were often used as sources of rice, sugar, and furs that were sent back to Europe.

the catholic church withhold people's access to the bible during the middle ages.

people could go to church and listen to the teachings, but it was absolutely forbidden to own and/or read the books of both the old and new testaments. it was also prohibited to translate the books (which where originally in biblical hebrew) to any other language.

this was done so the church could remain in control of what their teachings were and to enhance their importance and power, while also being able to judge people's actions through information that was unavailable for the general public.