What Was the Intention Behind the French Invasion and Occupation

What was the intention behind the French invasion and occupation of Egypt in 1798?

A) The French wanted to establish a base in North Africa for further colonization of the Middle East and central Africa.
B) The Directory wanted to strike a blow at British trade by cutting off Great Britain's route to India.
C) Napoleon Bonaparte wanted to follow in the footsteps of his Roman hero Marc Antony by invading and colonizing Egypt.
D) The French wanted to find and import ancient Egyptian artifacts to fill their museums and galleries.