Why Did Acadian Leadership Attempt to Maintain Neutrality in the Struggle

Multiple Choice

Why did Acadian leadership attempt to maintain neutrality in the struggle between France and Great Britain for control of the Atlantic Periphery? (choose the best answer)

A) Although they spoke French and retained many French customs,they believed in the British cause
B) King George promised them free land if they stated out of the disagreement
C) They wanted to retain control over lands they had settled no matter who was governing the region
D) Although they spoken English and were Protestants,they believed in the French cause