Question

Multiple Choice. In Common Sense, Thomas Paine made a case for American independence on which grounds?(1 point) Responses British leaders had little regard for the best interests of the colonists. British leaders had little regard for the best interests of the colonists. British institutions placed too many political responsibilities on the colonists. British institutions placed too many political responsibilities on the colonists. British institutions were failing to provide sufficient aid to the colonists. British institutions were failing to provide sufficient aid to the colonists. British leaders were overlooking the important contributions of colonists. British leaders were overlooking the important contributions of colonists.

Answer 1

The correct response is: British leaders had little regard for the best interests of the colonists.

In "Common Sense," Thomas Paine argued that the British government was not serving the interests of the American colonists and that independence was necessary for their well-being and self-governance.