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Thomas Paine's birth
Thomas Paine, the author of Common Sense, was born on February 9th, 1737. -
Who he was
Thomas Paine was an English-American political activist, philosopher, and political theorist -
What is Common Sense?
Although Common Sense was published like a book, it is a pamphlet. -
Reasoning behind Common Sense
It advocated independence from Great Britain to the citizens of the 13 Colonies -
Target Audience
The people of the 13 colonies were the target audience of this pamphlet, because Thomas Paine wanted them to secede from Great Britain's ruling -
Why is it called Common Sense?
Thomas Paine wanted the people of the 13 colonies to be enlightened on the benefits of leaving Great Britain's grasp. -
Northern Reaction
The Northern colonies were more supportive due to their independent lifestyles. -
Southern Reactions
The southern habitants reacted negatively due to their need to sell their crops to Great Britain. -
United Northern and Southern Colonies
Common Sense brought the Northern and Southern colonies together to push them towards independence. -
Thomas Paine death
Thomas Paine died on June 8th, 1809.
