Question

one reason common sense was so accessible to american colonists was that it was○ only ten pages long.○ printed in local newspapers.○ given away for free.○ written in plain language.

Explanation:

Common Sense, written by Thomas Paine, was widely accessible to American colonists because it used simple, everyday language instead of complex academic or formal writing. This allowed people across different literacy levels and social classes to understand its arguments for American independence. The other options are incorrect: it was longer than 10 pages, not primarily distributed via local newspapers, and was sold (not given away for free) at a low cost.

Answer:

D. written in plain language.