Read the excerpt from Thomas Paine's Common Sense. What was most likely
to be his purpose in describing his motives?
I am not induced by motives of pride, party, or resentment
to espouse the doctrine of separation and independence; I
am clearly, positively, and conscientiously persuaded that
it is the true interest of this continent to be so ...
A. To show readers he is an experienced politician
B. To build a sense of trust with his audience
C. To prove that he opposes British rule
D. To persuade politicians to set aside differences