In the early 1800s, american pioneers settled much of the land east of the mississippi river. which area became a state first?

a. ohio
b. illinois
c. indiana
d. lousiana

the answer that best explains what happened to george washington at fort necessity, pennsylvania is : washington was attacked by the french but was able to negotiate with them to peacefully end fighting. the battle took place on july 3, 1754. the battle is considered as being the start of the french and indian war.