Question

In paragraph three of Common Sense, why does Paine use the phrases "precariousness of human affairs," "while we have it in our power," and "time and chance"?

Answer 1

To evoke in colonists the need for urgency in their quest for independence.

Step-by-step explanation:

The goal that Paine followed with the pamphlet Common Sense, it was to exhort colonists to fight for our freedom, which is naturally given by God. Also, he debates against some critics about American resources had to fight against, and why we need to be a Independent Nation. So, one of these reasons was that the crown didn't give importance to humanity, to the people in the colonies, they only wanted the economical benefits trough taxes and importations.

Answer 2

its B to evoke in colonists the need for urgency in their quest for independence