Question

The French and Indian war got it's name because:

Answer 1

Answer:

There had already been a King George's War in the 1740s during the reign of King George II, so British colonists named this conflict after their opponents, and it became known as the French and Indian War.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

It was part of a larger war being waged in Europe, just fought on the American front. Since the French and Indians were fighting against the British in North America, it became known as the French and Indian War. In fact, Indians also fought on the side of the British.