Common Sense is a pamphlet (short book) written by Thomas Paine. It was first published on January 10, 1776. Paine wrote the pamphlet to change the minds of people who wanted to peacefully settle their differences with the British government to fight for independence instead
Many Americans celebrate the holiday called Thanksgiving in honor to give thanks. The large dinner that occurred at Plymouth was to thank god and help from the Native Americans like Squanto.