In common sense how does Thomas Paine respond to the argument that the colonies have flourished under the British rule

'Common Sense' by Thomas Paine responds to the argument that advocated the idea that colonies prospered during British rule by a contrary statement where 'he argues that they could have done better on their own'. ... He exclaims that 'they(colonies) are self-sufficient to ensure their growth and development"

its a hard situation i cant really answer because the essay is for you to write.

(you didn't attach a copy of the poem, but i'm answering as best as i can)

since a simile compares two unlike things using like or as, it kind of gives an item the ability to do something it can't.

example: "the player was like a tiger on the field"

in this sentence, the simile conveys the idea that the player was fast and strong, like a tiger.