History Ch. 5 The Spirit of Independance

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ideas or information intentional spread to harm or help a cause: information used to influence opinion.

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propaganda

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A civilian during Revolution era, sworn to be ready to fight with only a minute's notice.

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Minuteman

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American colonist who favored American independence

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Patriot

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to refuse to buy items in order to protest certain actions or to fight

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boycott

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court document allowing customs officers to enter any location to search for smuggled goods

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writ of assistance

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an American colonists who remains loyal to Britain and opposes Independence.

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Loyalist

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an organization that spreads political ideas and information through Britain's American Colonies.

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committee of correspondence

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a mocking figure representing an unpopular individual

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effigy

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a formal request for government action

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petition

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to cancel and act or law

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repeal