Thomas Paine- Common Sense
This author published Common Sense in January 1776.
Thomas Paine
This Founding Father was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence.
Thomas Jefferson
Franklin was a writer, inventor, scientist, printer, diplomat, and this.
founding father
When an author tries to convince readers to believe or do something, this is the author's __________.
purpose
This movement emphasized reason, education, and individual improvement.
enlightenment
Paine argued that this was a "blessing" because people naturally live and cooperate together.
society
The Declaration was adopted on this date.
July 4, 1776
Franklin wrote this work to tell the story of how he improved himself.
The Autobiography
Jefferson repeats similar wording throughout his list of grievances primarily to create this effect.
emphasis
John Locke influenced the Declaration's ideas about these basic rights that belong to people.
natural rights
According to Paine, this is necessary because people are imperfect and need order and laws.
government
Jefferson states that all people are entitled to natural rights, including life, liberty, and this.
pursuit of happiness
Franklin believed people could become successful through these two qualities.
discipline and hard work
When analyzing an author's attitude toward a subject, you are analyzing this.
tone
Franklin's belief that individuals could improve themselves through education and discipline reflects this Enlightenment value.
self-improvement
Paine wrote Common Sense primarily to encourage colonists to support this.
independence
Jefferson lists numerous complaints against King George III in this section of the Declaration.
grievances
Franklin's list of these was designed to help him develop better habits and improve himself.
virtues
A statement that presents an author's main argument or position is called this.
claim
Paine, Jefferson, and Franklin all presented ideas suggesting that people have the ability to do this rather than simply accept things as they are.
improve society
Paine's description of government as a "necessary evil" suggests that government is needed, but it exists because of this weakness of human beings.
imperfect humans
This author wrote about natural rights and grievances against King George III.
Thomas Jefferson
Franklin's autobiography reflects these Enlightenment ideals: reason, education, and this concept of becoming a better person.
self-improvement
In rhetorical analysis, this is used to support an author's claim and can come directly from the text.
evidence
This author argued that society is a blessing.
This author wrote a persuasive pamphlet aimed at ordinary people rather than political leaders.
Thomas Paine