Question

guided practice
read the passage from the crisis.
what we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly;—tis dearness only that gives everything its value. heaven knows how to set a proper price upon its goods; and it would be strange indeed, if so celestial an article as freedom should not be highly rated.
what is the main idea thomas paine is conveying in this statement?
a. we overvalue the principle of freedom and must reconsider its worth.
b. people must find easier ways to obtain freedom and justice.
c. freedom is costly, but anything truly worthwhile comes at a high price.
d. certain principles are timeless and will develop on their own.

Explanation:

The passage argues that things obtained cheaply are undervalued, and freedom (a "celestial article") should be highly rated, matching the idea that worthwhile things like freedom have a high cost. Options A, B, and D do not align with the core message about the value and cost of freedom.

Answer:

C. Freedom is costly, but anything truly worthwhile comes at a high price.