Question

"It is not a field of a few acres of ground, but a cause, that we are defending, and whether we defeat the enemy in one battle, or by degrees, the consequences will be the same."Which phrase best describes the "cause" that Paine refers to?a. the strength to start a rebellionb. fair treatment from the kingc. gaining control over more landd. freedom from an oppressive government

Answer 1

Answer: Freedom from an oppressive government

Explanation:

Paine was referring to the ability of gaining freedom from the oppressor, which is the government. Either in a destructive or an amicable ways, the end result will still be same, which is "Freedom".