Question

Thomas Paine’s Common Sense pushed for a more radical solution than the First Continental Congress did in resolving issues of British rule. What was Paine’s solution? A.declaring war on Britain. B.invading Britain.C. moving inland beyond British territory. D.declaring independence.

Answer 1

It would be him declaring independence. I just took the test.

Answer 2

The correct answer is: D. declaring independence. The Declaration of Independence is considered the first formal affirmation by a people of their right to self-government. Paine published a manifesto explaining the reasons why the English government had lost all respect on the part of the American colonies, this was decisive for the declaration of independence.