I think they depend on stores because stores donate things to nongovernmental organizations. Also, surrounding states when a natural disaster occurs people from other states support these organizations. They depend on support and hope to get through whatever there going through.
The colonies are an example to be followed,
• The purpose of The American Crisis was simply to support the effort regarding the American revolution. The book was published when the colonists began to leave the army.
• The idea that's illustrated by Paine in these lines shows that the colonies are an example that should be followed.
• Following the examples set by the colonies would make the world happy and a better place for everyone.
In conclusion, "the colonies are an example to be followed".
