Question

Not everyone in the colonies supported the idea of a revolution against England. In this passage, Thomas Paine is refuting which argument against having a revolution?
A.
The colonies do not have the military training to beat Britain.
B.
The colonies could not protect themselves from France without British troops.
C.
The colonies could not survive without British support.
D.
The colonies could not trade with France because they are a part of Britain

Answer 1

C. He is arguing against the claim that the colonies could not survive without British support — Paine insists the colonies could thrive independently and do not need Britain’s protection or aid.