Which pamphlet, published in 1776, argued in favor of American independence?

Which pamphlet, published in 1776, argued in favor of American independence?

• A. The Crisis
• B. The Federalist Papers
• C. Common Sense
• D. Letters from a Farmer in Pennsylvania

Answer: (C)

Common Sense, published in 1776, made a forceful, accessible case for American independence. Thomas Paine argued that monarchy and the British connection were unjust, and that the colonies would be better off as free, independent states with a republican form of government. He wrote in plain language that connected with everyday people, helping to shift broad opinion toward breaking with Britain and sparking momentum for the Continental Congress to declare independence. Other pamphlets from the era served different purposes: The Crisis aimed to boost morale during the war, The Federalist Papers defended the Constitution years later, and Letters from a Farmer in Pennsylvania argued for reconciliation with Britain rather than independence.

Common Sense, published in 1776, made a forceful, accessible case for American independence. Thomas Paine argued that monarchy and the British connection were unjust, and that the colonies would be better off as free, independent states with a republican form of government. He wrote in plain language that connected with everyday people, helping to shift broad opinion toward breaking with Britain and sparking momentum for the Continental Congress to declare independence. Other pamphlets from the era served different purposes: The Crisis aimed to boost morale during the war, The Federalist Papers defended the Constitution years later, and Letters from a Farmer in Pennsylvania argued for reconciliation with Britain rather than independence.