Question

Which statements about La Salle’s accomplishments are accurate? Check all that apply. He traveled the length of the Mississippi River and reached its mouth.

He was chosen to lead an expedition to find a trade route from Canada to Asia.
He discovered the Upper Mississippi River.
He claimed the territory surrounding the Mississippi River for France.
He named the area he claimed Louisiana after King Louis XIV.

Answer 1

1, 2, 5

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Answer 2

He claimed the region watered by the Mississippi and its tributaries for France and named it Louisiana after King Louis XIV.