Question

question 5 of 5
what is one reason thomas paine believes that the youth of the colonies is
an advantage against britain?

a. because their youth lends itself to vigor and unity

b. because younger nations always take over older nations

c. because older nations like britain have less to lose

d. because britains age has made its citizens jaded

Explanation:

Thomas Paine argued in Common Sense that the colonies' youth meant they had the energy (vigor) and ability to unite around the cause of independence, unlike the established, divided Britain. Options B, C, and D do not align with his specific reasoning about the colonies' youth as an advantage.

Answer:

A. Because their youth lends itself to vigor and unity