1. Divorcing your parents
Yesterday, your parents had set new rules for you. You are upset and now you want to divorce them.
Write a letter stating reasons why you deserve independence and why is it necessary.

2. Should America have been able to declare their independence?

3. Thomas Paine - “Common Sense”
“ …I offer nothing more than simple facts, plain arguments and common sense…It is right and reasonable for America to separate from England…If we stay with England we stay connected to England, we will get too involved in British political problems…Even the distance between England and America gives proof that we are not supposed to be connected…The period of debate is over. Weapons must be used as a last resort and they will decide who wins the argument…” -Thomas Paine “Common Sense”