Thomas Paine published "Common Sense" primarily to convince colonists that the colonies should become independent from Britain. The pamphlet, released in January 1776, presented a compelling argument for independence and rallied support for the revolutionary movement by advocating for self-governance and criticizing the monarchy. It aimed to inspire ordinary people to support the cause of independence and was instrumental in shifting public opinion at the time.
Why did Thomas Paine publish Common Sense?
to convince Britain it could not govern the colonies well
to let foreign countries know the colonies were ready to fight Britain
to convince colonists that the colonies should become independent
to force Southern colonies to support Northern ones in the coming war
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