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Which was one of Thomas Paine's arguments for independence?

A.
Britain's laws had helped the colonies, but it was time to break away for economic reasons.


B.
It was foolish for a small island 3,000 miles away to try to rule a whole continent.


C.
The colonies needed Britain economically but should be able to govern themselves.


D.
Monarchy was a good form of government, but George III was a bad king.

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Answer:

B. It was foolish for a small island 3,000 miles away to try to rule a whole continent.

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User David Mansolino
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The answer is B. Paine wanted independence from the country that was so far away it was ridiculous that they were in control of them.
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