Common Sense, Rights of Man, and Other Essential Writings | Short Essay Answer Key

Short Essay Answer Key

1. Why does Paine write Common Sense anonymously and how does he think his work will be remembered?

Paine believes that it is the cause that deserves attention, not his own personal recognition, so he writes Common Sense anonymously. He thinks that many of his views might not be very popular during the time the pamphlet is released but is optimistic that they will be well remembered in the future.

2. What is the difference between society and government?

Paine expresses that the difference between society and government is similar to the difference between positivism and negativism. Society thrives on unity while government leads to segregation. Another way to consider the two is that society is a blessing and government is a necessary evil.

3. Why is there a need for regulations and government in general?

Ideally, a society would work together and each member would...
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