Question

Why does Paine cite the number of rebellions and civil wars that have taken place in England?

Answer 1

Answer:

Paine cite the number of rebellions and civil wars that have taken place in England D- To refute the argument that hereditary succession promotes peaceful transfer of power.

Explanation:

Paine says that the mankind was originally equal and thus, the prevalent inequalities must have been brought by some circumstances. Paine also stresses upon the hereditary succession of power and argues that every man is born equal and no one should have the right to put his family as forever above others.

He also says that even if a person deserves the honour and respect that does not mean that his children should get the same. He also says that present kings of England are all bad and that proves that heredity does not practice legitimate powers and that it has never promoted peaceful transfer of power.