Hyperbole, idiom, and simile
The two phrases in the excerpt which supports the claim that Paine believed the human cost of the colonists' armed struggle against the British was well worth the outcome is:
B) Let it be told to the future world, that in the depth of winter when nothing but hope and virtue could survive, that the city and the country, alarmed at one common danger, came forth to meet and to repulse it
E) "I love the man that can smile in trouble, that can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection".
Thomas Paine didn’t agree with the fact that Great Britain has always benefited the colonies and will ever benefit them in the future. He opposes the fact that it will provide security and protection to the colonized countries. Paine was of the opinion that independence and freedom is a must for the well being of America and for its people. He wanted to abolish British rule and wanted support from his people.
