Question

how did the united states gain ownership of louisiana?
A the native americans gave the area to the united states as a peace offering
B they purchased louisiana from france
C they purchased louisiana from spain
D the united states fought a war with england to obtain the land

Answer 1

The answer is B). This is why there was the Louisiana purchase and why there is such a heavy French influence in Louisiana even to this day! 

Answer 2

the answer is B i hope i helped :)