Question

by january of 1776 this pamphlet written by thomas paine changed minds in the colonies. what did he advocate in a very logical and persuasive argument for colonists to do against britain the mother country? thomas paine and common sense were controversial at the time but sparked a revolutionary spirit that continues to inspire today. hip hughes (common sense - seven arguments) 5 minute lecture you say you want a revolution well, you know we all want to change the world you tell me that its evolution well, you know we all want to change the world go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1bt6bnmtg8&t=6s&ab_channel=hiphughes 1. briefly explain the “island argument” on why america should separate from great britain?

Explanation:

In "Common Sense", Thomas Paine argued that America, a vast continent, should not be governed by the small island - nation of Great Britain. Geographical distance made British rule inefficient and impractical. America had its own interests and potential that could be better realized independently.

Answer:

Paine argued that America, a large continent, should not be under the rule of the small island - nation of Great Britain due to geographical distance and the inefficiency and impracticality of such rule for America's interests and potential.