In january 1776, thomas paine published the pamphlet common sense. what was paine's main argument in this pamphlet? a- paine argued that the colonists should try to resolve their differences with the british. b- paine argued that the colonies should become independent of great britain. c-paine argued that remaining under british rule was in the best interests of the colonies. d- paine argued that it would be better if the french ruled the colonies.