Which obstacles did Louisiana face when it applied for statehood? Check all that apply. The population was not quite big enough to be accepted.
Boundary lines around the territory were not clearly defined.
There were key cultural differences from the rest of the nation.
Louisiana law prevented all African American men from voting.
The legal system was based on the Napoleonic Code, not British law.

Adding new states lessens the influence and power of the original states, as with any new addition. (More below)

Explanation:

More specifically focusing on the unique culture and different languages spoken in the state, New Orleans, in particular, was quite unique. Perhaps the biggest factor was that the territory had a substantial population of free people of color who had notable influence and status in that society.