THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION 1775 1783
END OF THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR
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It convinced colonists to remain loyal to Britain
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Confused colonists because the words were tough to understand
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Convinced colonists to declare independence from Britain
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Convinced colonists to try to become friends with King George
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Detailed explanation-1: -At his print shop here, Robert Bell published the first edition of Thomas Paine’s revolutionary pamphlet in January 1776. Arguing for a republican form of government under a written constitution, it played a key role in rallying American support for independence.
Detailed explanation-2: -Common Sense was an instant best-seller. Published in January 1776 in Philadelphia, nearly 120, 000 copies were in circulation by April. Paine’s brilliant arguments were straightforward. He argued for two main points: (1) independence from England and (2) the creation of a democratic republic.
Detailed explanation-3: -What was the main effect of Thomas Paine’s pamphlet, Common Sense? It persuaded many colonists to support independence from Great Britain. How was the Battle of Trenton important for the Continental army? It boosted spirits and helped recruit more soldiers.
Detailed explanation-4: -Which of the following best states a reason why Common Sense was popular among many American colonists? It was only ten pages long. It was written in intellectual language.