Read this quotation. In England, a King . . . [is] allowed eight hundred thousand sterling a year . . . and worshipped into the bargain! Of more worth is one honest man to society . . . than all the crowned ruffians that ever lived. —Thomas Paine, Common Sense , 1776 Based on the quotation, what does Paine think about the monarchy in England?
Answer
A
He thinks kings should be worshipped only by members of their church.
B
He thinks kings should be allowed to make important decisions.
C
He thinks kings have a right to rule the country, but do not do a good job.
D
He thinks kings get too much money and do harm to the country.
Explanation
Paine criticizes the king for receiving “eight hundred thousand sterling a year” and being worshipped, then calls crowned rulers “ruffians.” He argues that one honest person is worth more than all such rulers, suggesting that kings take too much money and harm society. So the best answer is that kings get too much money and do harm to the country.
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