Which was one of Thomas Paine's arguments for independence?

A.
It was foolish for a small island 3,000 miles away to try to rule a whole continent.

B.
The colonies needed Britain economically but should be able to govern themselves.

C.
Britain's laws had helped the colonies, but it was time to break away for economic reasons.

D.
Monarchy was a good form of government, but George III was a bad king.