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Term | Definition |
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Independence | Separation from,or freedom from or control by, another country or government. |
Neutral | Not taking sides. In the American Colonies, many people remained neutral and did not support either side (loyalist or Patriots) in the fight for independence from Great Britain |
Patriot | A person in the American Colonies who wanted the colonies to become independence from Great Britain |
Loyalist | A person in the American Colonies who opposed indipendance and wanted the colonies to remain under the control of the king and Great Britain |
Traitor | A person guilty of betraying or acting against his\her own country |
Tyrant | A ruler who uses his or her power harshly |
Treason | The crime of acting overthrow your ruler or betray your country |
Resolution | A statement that express the wishes or decision of a group |