Question

Read this excerpt from Thomas Paine's essay "Common Sense"

Answer 1

A. There will always be a distinction between kings and their subjects.

*Side note: I remember reading this and it was so disturbing but clever how Paine used his writing to convince the wealthy that there is a problem that needs fixing.*

Answer 2

Answer:

D. The differences between the kings and the subjects were not religious or natural.

Explanation:

Thomas Paine claims that humankind is equal in terms of rights since it has been " created" equal. This is a religious thought which has been altered by some factors Paine is interested in inquiring. He believes humankid has lost their equality due to the presence of Kings and subjects. He thinks this difference has to do with power; this power does not exist due to religion or biology. Paine ,however, cannot explain yet why this difference exits.