How did Ben Franklin advise John Adams to proceed in trying to gather support for Massachusetts and possible independence?

C

Explanation:

In order to convince France to join the colonies in their fight against England, Ben Franklin had to use skillful diplomacy, and he also had to employ the use of spies. ... Both John Adams and Ben Franklin were two of the five people who were asked to write and consult on the Declaration of Independence.

d: social contract theory

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