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

What effect is created by the plaque posted on the gate at the entrance to the family's home in nadine gordimer's "once upon a time"? the words written on the plaque offer readers a foreshadowing of the story's outcome without revealing the actual conclusion, the author's use of flashback allows readers to understand what is at the heart of the issues of encroachment in the suburban neighborhood the repetition of the words written on the plaque presents an oxymoron because readers already sense that the plaque has been ineffective in warding off intruders. the author introduces a paradox in which readers are presented with a warning notice when no actual infraction has taken place.