How Well Do You Know Thomas Paine?

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    In December 1793, Paine was arrested in...

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Born in England, the American revolutionary, political activist, philosopher, and political theorist known as Thomas Paine was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Take this quiz to find out more.

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  • 2. 
    Who helped Thomas Paine to migrate to thr British America Colony? - ProProfs

    Who helped Thomas Paine to migrate to thr British America Colony?

    • Thomas Edison

    • John Adams

    • John Locke

    • Benjamin Franklin

    Correct Answer
    A. Benjamin Franklin
    Explanation
    Benjamin Franklin helped Thomas Paine migrate to the British America Colony. This is because Benjamin Franklin was a close friend and mentor to Paine. Franklin provided Paine with letters of recommendation and support, which helped Paine secure passage to America. Franklin also provided Paine with guidance and advice throughout his journey, ultimately playing a crucial role in Paine's successful migration to the British America Colony.

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  • 3. 
    Paine died in which American state? - ProProfs

    Paine died in which American state?

    • New York

    • Illinois

    • California

    • Tennessee

    Correct Answer
    A. New York
    Explanation
    Paine died in New York.

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  • 4. 
    Where was he born? - ProProfs

    Where was he born?

    • Thetford

    • Dallas

    • Virginia

    • Hampshire

    Correct Answer
    A. Thetford
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Thetford. The question is asking for the birthplace of someone, and out of the given options, Thetford is the correct answer.

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  • 5. 
    Which was Thomas Paine's trade? - ProProfs

    Which was Thomas Paine's trade?

    • Tent making

    • Mining

    • Corset making

    • Tailoring

    Correct Answer
    A. Corset making
    Explanation
    Thomas Paine's trade was corset making.

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  • 6. 
    Which was Thomas Paine's profession? - ProProfs

    Which was Thomas Paine's profession?

    • Astronomy

    • Civil Engineering

    • Journalism

    • Law

    Correct Answer
    A. Journalism
    Explanation
    Thomas Paine's profession was journalism. This is evident from his notable works as a political activist and writer, including his influential pamphlet "Common Sense" which was published in 1776. Paine's writings played a significant role in shaping public opinion during the American Revolution, advocating for independence from Britain. His profession as a journalist allowed him to effectively communicate his ideas and engage with the public, making him a key figure in the American Revolutionary era.

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  • 7. 
    In which year did Thomas Paine die? - ProProfs

    In which year did Thomas Paine die?

    • 1899

    • 1809

    • 1804

    • 1811

    Correct Answer
    A. 1809
    Explanation
    Thomas Paine died in 1809.

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  • 8. 
    In which year did Thomas Paine publish the 'common sense' pamphlet? - ProProfs

    In which year did Thomas Paine publish the 'common sense' pamphlet?

    • 1775

    • 1789

    • 1777

    • 1776

    Correct Answer
    A. 1776
    Explanation
    Thomas Paine published the 'Common Sense' pamphlet in 1776. This pamphlet played a significant role in shaping public opinion towards the American Revolution. It argued for independence from British rule and advocated for the establishment of a democratic government in the American colonies. Its publication in 1776 was timely as it helped galvanize support for the Declaration of Independence, which was adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4th of the same year.

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  • 9. 
    What was Paine's original title for the 'common sense' pamphlet? - ProProfs

    What was Paine's original title for the 'common sense' pamphlet?

    • The Truth

    • The Ugly

    • Pain Truth

    • Simple Truth

    Correct Answer
    A. Pain Truth
    Explanation
    Paine's original title for the 'common sense' pamphlet was "Pain Truth". This suggests that Paine wanted to convey a message that truth can sometimes be painful or uncomfortable to accept. The use of the word "Pain" in the title adds a sense of urgency and importance to the idea being presented in the pamphlet.

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  • 10. 
    When was Thomas Paine born? - ProProfs

    When was Thomas Paine born?

    • 1723

    • 1726

    • 1734

    • 1745

    Correct Answer
    A. 1726

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