Why did the British choose to deport the Acadians after gaining control of Canada?
1. The British were threatened by the Acadians’ trade alliance with the Micmacs.

2. The French and Indian War left the British in debt and unable to aid the Acadians.

3. The Acadians proved to be weak soldiers, which led to losses in the French and Indian War.

4.The British believed that the Acadians had committed treason by joining the French army.