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The Impact of "Common Sense" on American Independence

In January 1776, Thomas Paine's pamphlet "Common Sense" significantly swayed public opinion towards complete independence from Britain. As the Second Continental Congress convened in Philadelphia, debates among delegates revealed deep divisions. Figures like Sam Adams and Patrick Henry championed independence, while others sought compromise. The Continental Congress drafted the Declaration of Independence, influenced by Enlightenment thinkers like John Locke. This pivotal document outlined natural rights and grievances against the King, ultimately leading to its ratification on July 4, 1776, echoing calls for greater rights for women and the abolition of slavery.

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The Impact of "Common Sense" on American Independence

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  1. Chapter 4 Section 3: Ideas Behind the Revolution

  2. Common Sense • Pamphlet written by Thomas Paine • January 1776 • Persuaded many people to support a complete break from Britain

  3. The Declaration of Independence • Second Continental Congress met in Philadelphia May 1775 • The Delegates • Deeply divided on Revolt

  4. Sam & John Adams, Patrick Henry, & Richard Henry Lee leaned towards independence • John Dickinson favored a compromised to increase self rule

  5. Olive Branch Petition • Rejected by King in Nov. • Expressed the colonists’ continued loyalty & begged the king to halt the fighting

  6. June- Committee to prepare the Declaration • Jefferson, John Adams, Roger Sherman, Robert Livingston, & Franklin

  7. Drafting a Declaration • Influenced by the Enlightenment • Emphasized the thinking of science & reason to improve society • Ideas of John Locke

  8. Parts of the Declaration • 4 sections 1.Preamble- Introduction 2.Declaration of rights • Natural rights -John Locke(unalienable rights) • Can’t be taken away • Liberty, Life, Property • People form governments to protect their natural rights

  9. People have the right to revolt & replace their government • Consent of the governed 3. List of complaints against the King • Complaints/ grievances • Rule of law 4. Resolution of independence

  10. The Declaration is Adopted • Ratified July 4, 1776

  11. “Remember the Ladies” • Abigail Adams pleaded with her husband to give women more rights • Also thought slavery should be addressed by Congress

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