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
suggest that the relationship between Britain and America cannot be severed.
B
exaggerate the colonists’ claims of injustice against Britain.
C
emphasize that harmony between Britain and America is not possible.
D
describe Britain’s cruel treatment of the colonists.
Explanation
Paine compares the connection between Britain and America to a cord and says the “last cord” is broken. This metaphor emphasizes that their relationship has been severed and that reconciliation—restoring harmony—is no longer possible. Therefore, the answer is C, “emphasize that harmony between Britain and America is not possible.”
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