"Some Massanello may hereafter arise, who, laying hold of popular disquietudes, may collect together the desperate and the disco

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"Some Massanello may hereafter arise, who, laying hold of popular disquietudes, may collect together the desperate and the disco

ntented, and by assuming to themselves the powers of government may sweep away the liberties of the continent like a deluge." In the excerpt, Paine compares a deluge—a torrential downpour—to the actions of a group of men to illustrate their force. intentions. numbers. pride.

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2 answers:

Musya8 [376] · Answer 1 · 2022-05-12T19:11:34+03:00

Musya8 [376]3 years ago

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Answer:

intentions.

Explanation:

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denis-greek [22] · Answer 2 · 2022-05-12T17:31:23+03:00

Answer:

Force.

Explanation:

Common Sense is one of the most important document in America's history, written by Thomas Paine. The document galvanized the possibilities of attaining freedom from Britain.

In the given excerpt, by using the term 'deluge', which means a torrential downpour, Thomas is emphasizing on the force of the actions of the group of men. He is illustrating their power and force.

Therefore, option A is correct.