American Revolution Vocab

Front

Working against one's government

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treason

Front

A person loyal to the king

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loyalist

Front

Another word for representative

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Delegate

Front

Lawmaking branch of the British government

Back

Parliament

Front

Agreement between countries on peace, trade, etc.

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treaty

Front

Military of citizens with minimal training

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militia

Front

A sudden change in government starting with a rebellion.

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Revolution

Front

Refusal to buy or use a business to instigate change.

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boycott

Front

Colonist opposed to British rule

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patriot

Front

Use warships to block ships from entering or leaving a harbor.

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blockade