What Was the Intent of the Embargo Act

What was the intent of the Embargo Act?

A) The act was intended to force both Britain and France to recognize neutral rights by depriving them of American-shipped raw materials.
B) The act was intended to punish southern planters, who had made excessive profits by selling cotton to Britain during a time of war.
C) The act was intended to prevent the American navy from having to confront the British at sea and thus avoid any conflict.
D) Jefferson hoped to reward France for past friendship by cutting off trade with Britain but keeping open trade with France.