Why did the French support the Americans during the Revolutionary War?

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The French hoped to overthrow the Americans and reclaim their land.
The French hoped to overthrow the Americans and reclaim their land.

The French were angry with Britain and wanted to support its enemies.
The French were angry with Britain and wanted to support its enemies.

The French believed supporting the Americans would bring them wealth.
The French believed supporting the Americans would bring them wealth.

The French feared that American troops would attack them unless they joined the war.

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The most accurate response is:

The French were angry with Britain and wanted to support its enemies.

This reflects the historical context of the animosity between France and Britain, particularly after the Seven Years' War, as well as France's desire to weaken Britain by supporting the American colonies in their fight for independence.