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Put in order the four reasons Paine gives in his conclusion for the American colonies to declare independence.
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Do you mean Thomas Paine’s conclusion to Common Sense? If so, I can list the four reasons he gives (in the order he presents them). If you meant a different Paine or text, tell me which one.
If you mean Common Sense, here are the four reasons Paine gives in his conclusion, in order, with a brief note on each:
1. Reconciliation is impossible — Britain’s behavior shows it will not respect American rights, so separation is necessary.
2. America can sustain itself — the colonies have the resources, population, and commerce to be independent.
3. Independence will open free trade and foreign alliances — severing ties will allow commerce with other nations and foreign support.
4. It is a righteous and timely opportunity — now is the moment to seize liberty and “begin the world over again.”
If you mean Common Sense, here are the four reasons Paine gives in his conclusion, in order, with a brief note on each:
1. Reconciliation is impossible — Britain’s behavior shows it will not respect American rights, so separation is necessary.
2. America can sustain itself — the colonies have the resources, population, and commerce to be independent.
3. Independence will open free trade and foreign alliances — severing ties will allow commerce with other nations and foreign support.
4. It is a righteous and timely opportunity — now is the moment to seize liberty and “begin the world over again.”
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