In common Sense, how does Thomas Paine respond to the argument that the colonies have flourished under British rule? Help me this answer?

A. He agrees and compares the colonies to a growing baby.

B. He agrues that they could have done better on their own.

C. He argues that it supports the belief that the colonies will continue to flourish.

D. He agrees with this argument from the opposition and moves on.

How did the war of 1812 affect public opinion in the united states? a. feelings of nationalism declined because the war destroyed farmlands across the country. b. american pride and confidence surged because the country proved its military ability. c. feelings of nationalism declined as americans realized the importance of trade with britain. d. american military leaders became unpopular for leading the country into a costly war. e. the federalists became popular for supporting peace with britain to keep trade going.

Why did the national government under the articles of confederation face bankruptcy?

This map is depicting the 16th century route of what explorer