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3) Common Sense Isn't So Common- Part 2
Paine thought Americans should show no respect to King George. He said that America has had to fight England's wars. He also reinforced the idea that even the most honorable Americans are not considered as high in class as most British. He thought the only way for Americans to go was towards independence. His pamphlet was very successful when it was published. It inspired many loyalists to become patriots. -
3) Common Sense Isn't So Common - Part 3
In my opinion, this document was the source of inspiration for the Declaration of Independence. When Paine came to America, he was angry at England. Paine's "Common Sense" put America on the road to independence. -
3) Common Sense Isn't So Common- Part 1
The publication of "Common Sense" was one of the most significant events in the American Revolution, because it inspired many to become patriots. During a time of turmoil in America, many still believed the best possible option was to stay with Britain. However, Thomas Paine, a so called "troublemaker" from England who moved to America, thought very different. In early 1776, Paine published a pamphlet named "Common Sense". It described why the Americans should become independent of Britain. -
1) Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness - Part 1
The signing of the Declaration of Independence was one of the most important events of the American Revolution because it explained what the Americans were fighting for. The document inspired the colonists to fight for natural rights and a government chosen by the people. The Continental Congress appointed a committee to write the declaration. The youngest member of the committee, 33 year-old Thomas Jefferson, wrote it. -
1) Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness - Part 2
On July 4, 1776, all the delegates of the colonies signed the Declaration of Independence. This was important because if America lost the war, they would all be convicted of committing treason. Everyone who signed it was putting their life on the line and showing the British that they were willing to die for their cause. -
2) It Comes to an End- Part 1
The Treaty of Paris was one of the most significant events during the American Revolution because it was the end of the Revolution. The Treaty of Paris was the end of the American Revolutionary War. The British had to recognize America's independence as its own country. Also, the borders of the country was set. Even though it was it was created in 1782, it was not signed till 1783. -
2) It Comes to an End - Part 2
The Treaty of Paris was ratified in January, 1784 by the Continental Congress which was temporarily situated in Annapolis, Maryland.
