WORLD HISTORY

EMERGENCE OF USA

FOUNDATION OF AMERICAN COLONIES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In 1775, a pamphlet was published by Thomas Paine, which argued in favor of colonial independence and representative government. What was this popular pamphlet called?
A
The Rights of the British Colonists Asserted and Proved
B
Articles of Confederation
C
Common Sense
D
Virginia Tax Reform
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -On January 9, 1776, writer Thomas Paine publishes his pamphlet “Common Sense, ” setting forth his arguments in favor of American independence. Although little used today, pamphlets were an important medium for the spread of ideas in the 16th through 19th centuries.

Detailed explanation-2: -Paine’s most famous pamphlet, “Common Sense, ” was first published on January 10, 1776, selling out its thousand printed copies immediately. By the end of that year, 150, 000 copies–an enormous amount for its time–had been printed and sold.

Detailed explanation-3: -Common Sense, 1776 In January 1776, Thomas Paine (1737–1809) penned his famous pamphlet Common Sense, in which he urged the American Colonies to declare independence and immediately sever all ties with the British monarchy.

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