what was african slavery in america by thomas paine?
a. it was an article published in the united states that claimed slavery was a necessary evil.
b. it was the last newspaper in the united states that openly supported the institution of slavery.
c. it was a book published in the american colonies that examined the moral dilemma of slavery.
d. it was the first article published in the american colonies that advocated for the abolition of slavery.

A.It was an article published in the United States that claimed slavery was a necessary evil.

Explanation:

In 1776, he published him pamphlet, Common Sense, calling for American independence and the rejection of Old World monarchies and aristocracies. The pamphlet was a sensation and immediately made Paine one of the most famous man in the colonies. Among his newspaper essays of 1775 was this one denouncing slavery, and particularly criticizing those who would try to use Christian Scriptures to defend the institution.

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answer is c.