What does paine say about the argument that britain has defended the colonies in the past? a. that britain only did so out of self-interest b. that britain created conflict so its protection seemed needed c. that the colonists should have protected britain d. that the colonists never really needed the

Option A.

Explanation:

That Britain only did so out of self-interest , is the correct answer.

Thomas Paine was a commentator and author from America. His works such as the "Common Sense" and others inspired Western Revolution and assisted to overlay the track for the Declaration of Independence. He composed his work Common Sense in the year 1775–76 in support of independence from Great Britain to individuals in the Thirteen Colonies.

would not cooperate with each other voluntarily.