"A Bit of Acadian History"
Comprehension Questions

1. Acadia was said to be made up of what regions?

2. What were Acadian women's duties?

3. Why did the New England farmers envy the Acadians?

4. When did Acadia become known as Nova Scotia?

5. Why did the British decide to deport the Acadians?

6. Where were the Acadians sent?

7. What did the British troops do to discourage the Acadians from returning?

8. When were the Acadians allowed to return to Nova Scotia?

9. How many Acadians are. there in Nova Scotia today?

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Reading Between The Lines

1. Do you believe that the Acadians were treated unfairly? Why or why not?

2. Why do you believe that the British did not allow the Acadians to form large settlements when they returned to Nova Scotia?