The answer I believe is C...
To gain support for the revolutionaries. The story was exaggerated, but the American people bought it. It was used as a recruitment/propaganda campaign to turn as many people against the British occupation as possible.
Hey there Alyssa!
(I'M SO SMART, I DO NEED OPTION D.) HAHA)
Your correct answer would be (<span>to profit from the fur trade). This was something that they really wanted to get involved with
Hope this helps you!</span>
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