Read the excerpt from Common Sense . "Neither can ye reconcile Britain and America. The last cord now is broken, the people of England are presenting addresses against us.” In this excerpt, Paine uses figurative language to
Answer
A
describe Britain’s cruel treatment of the colonists.
B
emphasize that harmony between Britain and America is not possible.
C
suggest that the relationship between Britain and America cannot be severed.
D
exaggerate the colonists’ claims of injustice against Britain.
Explanation
Paine compares the connection between Britain and America to a cord and says the last cord is broken. This image emphasizes that their relationship has been damaged beyond repair, so harmony between them is no longer possible. Choice A states this idea; choice C is the opposite of what the broken cord suggests.
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