Louisiana was largely ignored for many years because

A) it lacked water access necessary for trade.
B) its inhabitants were too religious.
C) it became a haven for smugglers.
D) most colonists refused to participate in the slave trade.

Louisiana

A state in the southern region of the United States, known for its distinctive culture, history, and geographic significance, including the Mississippi River and bayous.

Smugglers

Individuals or groups who illegally transport goods across borders to avoid taxes or import/export restrictions.

Slave Trade

The historical trade in which human beings were bought and sold as property, primarily seen in the transatlantic trading systems between the 16th and 19th centuries.