Question

question 9
what was the main idea of common sense?
a. the colonies needed representation in parliament.
b. the colonies should begin preparing for war.
c. the colonies should break away from england.
d. the colonies should boycott british goods.

Explanation:

"Common Sense" by Thomas Paine argued for American independence from British rule. Option A is about parliamentary representation (not the main idea of "Common Sense"). Option B focuses on war preparation (not the core). Option D is about boycotting goods (a protest method, not the main idea). Option C aligns with the pamphlet's call for the colonies to break away from England.

Answer:

C. The colonies should break away from England.