Which statements correctly describe La Salle and his explorations of America? Check all that apply.
A: La Salle was an explorer from Spain who came to Louisiana.
B: La Salle traveled to the Gulf of Mexico as part of his explorations.
C: La Salle claimed Louisiana and named it in honor of King Louis XIV.
D: La Salle discovered the mouth of the Missouri River during his travels.
E: La Salle reached North America in 1667 and the Great Lakes in 1669.
F: La Salle’s mission was to find a trade route between Canada and Asia.