Question

Why were the French willing to help the colonists in their fight against Britain?

The French wanted to gain control of the thirteen colonies themselves.

There were strong hostilities between the French and the British.

The colonists had a lot to teach the French soldiers and generals.

The colonists were willing to pay the French for all of their services.

Answer 1

B) There were strong hostilities between the French and the British.

Step-by-step explanation:

At the time, France was still recovering from it's defeat in the Seven Years’ War, and loss of their colonies worldwide. They saw the U.S.’s rebellion as an opportunity for revenge.