Britain, with an army to enforce her tyranny, has declared that she has a right (not only to TAX) but "to BIND us in ALL CASES WHATSOEVER," and if being bound in that manner, is not slavery, then is there not such a thing as slavery upon earth. - "The Crisis," No. 1, Thomas Paine Select two ways in which Paine's word choice contributes to the tone of this passage. The words tyranny and slavery suggest that Britain abuses its power and mistreats the colonists. The negative connotations of tyranny and slavery illustrate disgust with Britain's behavior toward the colonists. The plain words tyranny and slavery suggest that Britain's behavior is easy to explain. DONE

Paine's use of the words "tyranny" and "slavery" carries heavy emotional weight, immediately evoking feelings of anger and injustice among the readers. By choosing these powerful terms, Paine intensifies the sense of oppression felt by the colonists, transforming the fight for independence into a moral imperative that resonates deeply with his audience. Additionally, the stark contrast of these words against the context of British rule illustrates the extreme nature of the colonists' plight. This not only emphasizes the urgency in Paine's message but also fosters a sense of solidarity among the colonists, galvanizing them to resist what he portrays as an abhorrent and dehumanizing rule.