Which statement explains why trapping most likely became an important economic activity in louisiana during the state's colonial period?

a. there was little farmland at the time.
b. hunting activities used new technologies.
c. early settlers needed pelts to keep warm.
d. the region had an abundance of wildlife.

How did president bush respond to environmental damage to louisiana in 2005? a.the president established a base in the state to personally coordinate the rescue effort. b. the president sent the united states navy to evacuate the new orleans before the storm hit. c.the president provided no assistance to the state because governor blanco did not request assistance. d. the president called for the department of homeland security to solve the issue.