Question

in common sense, what does thomas paine say in response to the argument that the colonies will continue to flourish under british rule?

a. that the argument is deductive and solid

b. that the argument is faulty and incorrect

c. that the argument lacks evidence and ethos

d. that the argument lacks pathos and logos

Explanation:

In Common Sense, Thomas Paine argues that British rule is harmful to the colonies, directly rejecting the claim that they would flourish under it. He frames this opposing argument as fundamentally wrong and flawed, which aligns with characterizing it as faulty and incorrect. The other options do not match his core rebuttal: he does not accept the argument (A), and his critique focuses on the argument's factual/structural flaw rather than specific rhetorical appeals (C, D).

Answer:

B. That the argument is faulty and incorrect