Question

read the excerpt from thomas paines work \the crisis\ no. 1. britain, with an army to enforce her tyranny, has declared that she has a right (not only to tax) but \to bind us in all cases whatsoever,\ and if being bound in that manner, is not slavery, then is there not such a thing as slavery upon earth.... ... neither have i so much of the infidel in me, as to suppose that he has relinquished the government of the world, and given us up to the care of devils; and as i do not, i cannot see on what grounds the king of britain can look up to heaven for help against us: a common murderer, a highwayman, or a house - breaker, has as good a pretence as he. which phrase from the excerpt best reflects the excerpts passionate tone? \britain, with an army\ \enforce her tyranny\ \she has a right\ \in that manner\

Explanation:

The phrase "enforce her tyranny" uses strong - charged words. "Tyranny" implies cruel and oppressive rule, which conveys a passionate condemnation of Britain's actions. The other phrases are more neutral in tone.

Answer:

"enforce her tyranny"