Chapter 11 vocab Flashcards
1
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Independence
A
Freedom, especially from control by another country or government.
2
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Patriots
A
People in America colonies who wanted the colonies to break away from Greg Britain, such as people who favored independence for the colonies.
3
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Loyalist
A
People in America colonies who wanted the colonies to remain under the control of the king and Great Britain. Loyalist we loyal to the king.
4
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Neutralist
A
American colonists who did not support either side. (Loyalist or patriots) in the fight for independence for Great Britain.
5
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Traitor
A
A person guilty of acting against his or her own country.
6
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Sons of liberty
A
In 1776, adams helped to organize a group of patriots called the sons of liberty.
