Towards Confederation: Acadia

What event led to Britain taking control of Acadia in 1713?

• The Treaty of Halifax

• The War of the Spanish Succession

• The Battle of Louisbourg

• The Treaty of Utrecht

When did France build the fort and military base called Louisbourg?

• 1713

• 1720

• 1749

• 1758

Who captured Louisbourg in 1745 during the conflict between France and Britain?

• France

• Britain

• Mi'kmaq

• Acadians

What was the purpose of Britain building Halifax in 1749?

• Establish a trade port

• Create a new settlement

• Counter France’s presence in Acadia

• Offer protection to Acadians

What did the Treaty of Paris in 1763 do regarding French claims in North America?

• Cede nearly all claims to Britain

•  Reinforce French control in Acadia

•  Establish new territories for France

• Grant independence to French colonies

Why did Britain decide to deport the Acadians between 1755 and 1763?

• Fear of an Acadian rebellion

• Need for more land in Acadia

• Suspicion of British loyalty to France

• Desire for stronger ties with Mi'kmaq

What major factor contributed to Britain's decision to deport the Acadians?

• France and Spain going to war

• Acadians being Catholic and French-speaking

• Acadians outnumbering British settlers

• Acadians stealth attacks on the British

Why did the Acadians take the "oath of neutrality" in 1730?

• To pledge loyalty to France

• To support British rule in Acadia

• To ensure safety during conflicts

• To remain neutral in potential wars

What happened to the Acadians during the Great Deportation between 1755 and 1763?

• They declared independence

• Many were shipped to various locations

• They allied with the British

• They joined the Mi'kmaq resistance

How did the deportation of the Acadians affect the Mi'kmaq people?

• They gained additional land

•  They formed stronger ties with Acadians

• They lost friends and family

• They were granted freedom