Entry Exam Category: High School Equivalency Exams
Course: General Education Development (GED)
Exam: GED Social Studies Practice Test
Practice Question
Which statement from Common Sense provides evidence that the author Thomas Paine supported American independence?
Answer Choices
- A: "Absolute governments have this advantage with them, that they are simple..."
- B: "I challenge the warmest advocate for reconciliation, to [show], a single advantage that this continent can reap, by being connected with Great Britain."
- C: "The prejudice of Englishmen, in [favor] of their own government arises as much or more from national pride than reason."
- D: "Society in every state is a blessing, but government even in its best state is but a necessary evil."
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Challenges reconciliation advocates to name benefits of British ties, implying independence superiority