Chapter 2 Section 2 Vocabulary Flashcards
information, not always true, designed to help or harm a cause
propaganda
a government in which the power is held by the people, who then elect representatives to act for them
republic
American colonist who favored separation before and during the Revolutionary War
Patriot
American colonist who supported the British government; one who is or remains loyal to a political cause, party , or government
Loyalist
agreement among individuals forming an organized society that defines and limits the rights and duties of each
social contract
a paid soldier hired for service in the army of a foreign country; one that serves merely for wages
mercenary
attempt to overthrow the government of the state to which the offender owes allegiance
treason