-Money-
so they can continue to expand
-Resources-
to fuel the empire they are building
-Power-
To rule what they have and increase the influence of their religion and ideals.
Answer:
However, Prime Minister Charles Maurice de Talleyrand of France insulted the American diplomats by first refusing to officially receive them. He then demanded a $250,000 personal bribe and a $10 million loan for his financially strapped country before he would begin peace negotiations.
Explanation:
I would say B, I'm not fully sure.
Answer: they fled the country or converted
Explanation:
To the best of my knowledge it's A
