Question

Why did the Algonquins become allies with the French? Select all that apply.
(1 point)
Responses

They were afraid that the French would take their land.
They were afraid that the French would take their land.
They wanted to maintain their strong fur trading relationship.
They wanted to maintain their strong fur trading relationship.
They wanted to help the French secure land east of the Mississippi.
They wanted to help the French secure land east of the Mississippi.
The French respected Native American land and did not destroy their hunting grounds.

Answer 1

The correct responses to why the Algonquins became allies with the French are:

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

These reasons reflect the economic interests of the Algonquins and their desire to maintain favorable relations with the French, who were less destructive to their land compared to other European powers.