Question

in common sense, thomas paine argued that
america should be an independent nation.
america should reconcile with britain.
america should submit to british regulations.
america should have its own monarchy.

Explanation:

In "Common Sense," Thomas Paine advocated for American independence from British rule. The other options go against his arguments: reconciling or submitting to Britain was not his stance, and he was critical of monarchy, so he wouldn't argue for America to have its own monarchy.

Answer:

A. America should be an independent nation.