The word "expires" in this context implies that Paine believed the relationship between the colonies and Britain was coming to an end. Therefore, the best answer choice is:
A. inevitable.
Read the excerpt from Common Sense.
"Every day wears out the little remains of kindred between us and them, and can there be any reason to hope,
that as the relationship expires, the affection will increase, or that we shall agree better, when we have ten
times more and greater concems to quarrel over than ever?"
The word "expires" tells the reader that Paine believed the colonies' separation from Britain was
A. inevitable.
B. concerning.
C. dangerous.
D. Ofixable.
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