Answer:
b. the colonies have the resources to thrive independently of Great Britain
Explanation:
In his text " Common Sense", Paine claims , among other issues, that the colonies have developed economically , so they do not need to depend on Great Britain any more. Moreover, in his opinion , Great Britan has been watching them but not protecting them. Great Britain has been taking from the colonies nothig but her economic benefits.
In "The Lady of Shalott", death is presented as a sweet release. The lady dies while singing a mournful tune, floating in her boat on her way to Camelot. The note that she placed on her chest says that "The charm is broken utterly, Draw near and fear not". This shows death as something not frightening or ghastly, and she has found the way to break her curse which gives it a more positive connotation.
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I think it’s A :) hope this helps!