Question

What is the most likely reason Thomas Paine published his American Crisis pamphlets under the name “Common Sense”?

A:to capitalize on the success of his previous pamphlet under the same name
B:to encourage readers to purchase his other works
C:to remain anonymous in case of attacks from British sympathizers
D:to emphasize that he shared a cause with all Americans

Answer 1

I would say D, because in calling his works "Common Sense," he is trying to say that he shared a cause with all Americans.