Question

How did Adams respond to bribery letters from the French?
O He paid the bribe money so he could negotiate with the French.
o He built up the U.S. Navy and defended American merchant ships.
O He declared war on France.
O He ordered American ships to stop trading with Britain.

Answer 1

Answer:

He built up the U.S. Navy and defended American merchant ships.

Explanation:

When John Adams was President:

He sent delegates to France to prevent war

The French agents asked for bribes to deal with the French foreign minister

The U.S. refused to pay the bribes and as a result there was a naval conflict between the U.S. and France and Adams used this as an excuse to build up the U.S. Navy.

In conclusion, the bribery letters allowed Adams to build the military.