why was thomas paines common sense considered radical?

Question

A. its arguments about taxation were new and groundbreaking
B. its rejection of the monarchy was controversial for the time
C.the ideas about religion were controversial for the era
D. its opposition to republicanism was opposed by patriots

Answer 1

The correct answer is B. its rejection of the monarchy was controversial for the time.

Thomas Paine's "Common Sense," published in 1776, was considered radical primarily because it openly challenged the concept of monarchy and the rule of kings, arguing for independence from British rule and the establishment of a republican government. This was a significant departure from the prevailing norms and loyalties to the monarchy at the time, making it a controversial and influential work in the push for American independence.