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In 5 pages the author discusses 'Common Sense' by Thomas Paine, and how this work reflects the ideals of the Enlightenment in both form and context. Bibliography lists one source.
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in both form and context. Summary: Paine outlines his topic and strategy for this essay. He suggests that they are not "fashionable"
(Paine PG). His basis for a rhetorical mode in this essay relates to Enlightenment, with his main point being that a "a government which cannot preserve the peace, is
no government at all" (Paine PG) Paine examines the idea of once again maintaining dependent on England, concentrating on five issues: (1) that America flourished
under England, (2) that England protects America, (3) that England provides unity to the different colonies, (4) that England is the parent country, (5) that strength is gained in
their union. (Paine PG). Pain later outlines the primary harm that he feels will come from dependence on England. Paine uses
Enlightenment thinking to defend his position that America should separate from England and set up its own government. Thomas Paine is one of the
most enlightened men of his time. His attempts to bring others to his way of thinking are quite astute. "Common Sense" was
written in 1776 by Thomas Paine. This pamphlet requested that the United States immediately declare independence from Britain. It was written in a stimulating manner in order to
gain support for his cause, which was the cause of Enlightenment tenets and ideals. Analysis: "The Enlightenment" is more than just a
movement. It is a way of thinking and certain ideals. Thomas Paine, as a thinker and a writer, believed himself to be more enlightened than his compatriots were,
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