Asked by betty

Paine writes, "that this continent can make no laws but what the king gives leave to," (page 27).

Which phrase best explains the meaning of this quotation?


America can not pass any laws except the laws the king allows to be passed.


The king must leave the entire continent alone to make laws.


The entire continent hopes the king will leave them alone.


Anyone who does not like the king's laws can leave.

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"America can not pass any laws except the laws the king allows to be passed."

Explanation: Paine is saying the colonies have no real lawmaking power — they can only make laws that the king permits.