Question

What is one reason that Thomas Paine thinks the colonies stand a good chance against the British?

Answer 1

Answer:

C. The colonies have resources to create weapons easily

Explanation:

The colonies were considered the weaker side by the majority of the world during the American Revolutionary War. Thomas Paine was a famous author who used writing to encourage America to fight for independence.

British Power

Great Britain was one of the most powerful countries in the world during the 18th century. Specifically, they were known for their navy. Since they are an island nation, the navy was their strongest branch. Thus, answer choice A cannot be correct.

Additionally, Britain had been fighting with other European nations for centuries, mainly France. So, their military and leaders had experience in war. This proves answer choice D wrong.

Finally, for the reasons above many parts of Europe thought Britain would win.  Other colonies had attempted to fight for independence before and lost. So, answer choice B is incorrect.

Resources

The point of European countries having colonies was to gain resources. Colonies such as America had plenty of natural resources. This meant that the colonies could harvest these resources and attempt to create weapons. Paine believed that the use of these resources would help the colonies win the Revolutionary War.

Answer 2

Answer:

C) The colonies have resources to create weapons easily

Explanation:

The colonies could readily make weapons and construct a fleet. Paine said both Americans and Brits expected the colonies to split away. "I have never met a man in England or America who has not revealed his belief that a separation between the countries will occur at some point in the future." It is now. America possessed lumber and cotton, plus the skills to create and equip an army and fleet. Individual colonies might set aside their differences and build a powerful country.