Question

question 3 of 5
in common sense, what does thomas paine say in response to the argument that the colonies have done well under the control of britain?

a. that believing the colonies will continue to do well is misleading

b. that the colonies have done well, but will not do well on their own

c. that the colonies have not done well and will never do well

d. that believing the colonies will continue to do well is logical

Explanation:

In "Common Sense", Thomas Paine argued against the idea that the colonies' past success under British control meant they would continue to prosper. He believed that thinking the colonies would keep doing well under British rule was misleading, as independence was necessary for their future. Option B is incorrect as Paine supported independence, so he didn't think they couldn't do well on their own. Option C is wrong as the colonies had economic success, but Paine challenged the idea it would last under British control. Option D is opposite to Paine's view.

Answer:

A. That believing the colonies will continue to do well is misleading