Question

The central point of Thomas Paine's Common Sense was that it A) suggested economic reforms for the colonies. B) suggested a plan of reconciliation with Britain. C) outlined a logical approach to protesting against Parliament. D) pointed out the absurdity of continued loyalty to King George III.

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Pointed out the absurdity of continued loyalty to King George III

Explanation:

Common Sense, written by Thomas Paine, is considered the most influential pamphlet that helped gave birth to the American Revolution. In this pamphlet, Thomas Paine pointed out the absurdity of continued loyalty to King George III, by exposing the reasons why monarchies made no sense. He stated that since under God's eyes, all men are created equal, there was no reason and it was absurd that people were entitled with the right to rule simply by birth and not by preparation and abilities. He also exposed that Britain's interests had nothing to do with the American colonies, and that American colonies were being used to fight Britain's enemies, Paine exposed that a separation was needed in order to survive.

Answer 2

The central point of Thomas Paine's Common Sense was that it pointed out the absurdity of continued loyalty to King George III (D). Common Sense was written to encourage Americans to think about independence from Great Britain so that it stimulates the birth of the American Revolution.  

EXPLANATION

Thomas Paine's arguments were written through Common Sense, published in 1776. Common Sense takes the form of a pamphlet. This pamphlet was written to encourage Americans to think about independence from Great Britain, then influenced the birth of the American Revolution. Paine wrote clearly and persuasively. He made an argument with a moral approach to reach egalitarian politics.  

He wrote using light language so that it was easy to understand. He often quoted the Bible in his argument. At that time, most Americans had strong knowledge of the Bible. Their lives are very close to religion. For example, he wrote King George under the name "British Pharaoh". He knew very well that he had to touch nerves in rural areas. That way this article easily spread throughout the country and attracted many people.  

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Subject: History

Class: 10-12

Subchapter: American Revolution