Why did the Algonquins become allies with French?select all that apply.

A.They wanted to maintain their strong fur trading relationship
B.They wanted to help the French secure land east of the Mississippi
C.The French respected Native American land and did destroy their hunting grounds

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The correct options for why the Algonquins became allies with the French are:

A. They wanted to maintain their strong fur trading relationship
C. The French respected Native American land and did not destroy their hunting grounds

Option B is not applicable because the Algonquins were primarily focused on their own interests and alliances concerning their territory and trading relations, rather than specifically helping the French secure land east of the Mississippi.