Thomas Paine authored the pamphlet "Common Sense". In it he argued that the American colonies should break from Britain.

He reasoned that America would be better off and could create a more equal society and economy. He believed Britain had

abused its power and called for independence. The pamphlet was published at a critical time. Who was influenced by it?

Select one:

a. The Puritans

b. Members of the Second Continental Congress

c. Members of the Senate

d. The French

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21 April, 12:25

Thomas Paine authored the pamphlet "Common Sense". In it he argued that the American colonies should break from Britain.

He reasoned that America would be better off and could create a more equal society and economy. He believed Britain had

abused its power and called for independence. The pamphlet was published at a critical time. Who was influenced by it?

Select one:

a. The Puritans

b. Members of the Second Continental Congress

c. Members of the Senate

d. The French

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Aiyana Rollins · Answer 1

Answer: B. Members of the Second Continental Congress

Explanation:

The Congress met before this pamphlet, and made the Olive Branch Petition, Which was a not violent letter of grievances. After it's publication, the war began, and the same body called for independence.