Question

What is one reason that Thomas Paine brings up the opposing argument that the colonies have done well under British control?    A.)To show the opposition that they agree on some things B.)To create parallelism by showing how both sides are similar   C.) To give the opponents a chance to explain their arguments   D.) To create an opportunity to disprove the argument

Answer 1

One reason that Thomas Paine brings up the opposing argument that the colonies have done well under British control is option D) To create an opportunity to disprove the argument. In Common Sense (pamphlet), Paine advocates for independence from Britain addressing this words to the common people of the Colonies. By saying that the Colonies have done well he creates the opportunity to say that to believe they will still do well is misleading.