1. Which statement best identifies the central theme of the story?
O A People have differing views on the right way to lead one's
life.
B People have a moral obligation to distinguish right from
wrong
C The most effective way to avoid corruption is to isolate
oneself from others.
OD The demand to conform can lead moral people to engage in
immoral behavior.

2points which excerpt from thomas paine's common sense best represents an attempt to appeal to ethos to persuade the reader? a. the infant state of the colonies, as it is called, so far from being against, is an argument in favor of independence. b. to talk of friendship with those in whom our reason forbids us to have faith is madness and folly. o c. oye that love mankind! ye that dare oppose, not only the tyranny, but the tyrant, stand forth! o d. i am not induced by motives of pride, party, or resentment to espouse the doctrine of separation and independence..