American Independence and Thomas Paine's Common Sense

What was the role of government according to Thomas Paine in Chapter 1 of Common Sense?

• To serve the desires of the citizens as a whole

• To serve the interests of the ruling class

• To maintain control over the citizens

• To oppress the citizens

In Chapter 2 of Common Sense, what did Thomas Paine describe as a problem with monarchy?

• Rulers promoting equality among the citizens

• Rulers passing on their powers within their families

• Rulers being elected by the citizens

• Rulers being accountable to the citizens

According to Thomas Paine in Chapter 3 of Common Sense, why does he believe the colonies should separate from Britain?

• Britain was serving the desires of the colonists

• Britain was providing great benefits to the colonists

• Britain was not interested in what was best for the colonists

• Britain was promoting equality among the colonists

How does Thomas Paine challenge the beliefs of Loyalists in Common Sense?

• By advocating for peaceful negotiations with Britain

• By criticizing the British government and monarchy

• By supporting the idea of British rule over the colonies

• By praising the British government and monarchy

What might persuade colonists to agree with Thomas Paine's arguments in Common Sense?

• The belief in absolute loyalty to the British king

• The fear of losing British protection

• The desire for a powerful monarchy

• The desire for a fair and just government

What did Thomas Paine describe in Chapter 4 of Common Sense as a military advantage the colonies had over Britain?

• Support from other European powers

• Strong naval fleet

• Larger and more advanced army

• Geographical knowledge of the land