Question

read the excerpt below
a government of our own is our natural right; it is infinitely wiser and safer, to form a constitution of our own in a cool deliberate manner, while we have it in our power, than to trust such an interesting event to time and chance.
—thomas paine, common sense, 1776
based on the excerpt, paine recommends that americans
refuse to pay taxes to the british government
reached limits without regulations
make a constitution while the chance exists
leave american independence to chance

Explanation:

The quote by Thomas Paine emphasizes the wisdom and safety of deliberately forming one's own constitution while it is within one's power, rather than relying on time and chance. It suggests taking proactive action in creating a governing framework.

Answer:

make a constitution while they have the power