Chapter 6 Section 2 Flashcards
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Thomas Paine
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Author of “Common Sense” he strongly supported the colonists
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Common sense
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A pamphlet written by Thomas Paine. In it was simple facts, plain arguments and common sense. In it he urged the colonists toward independence.
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Richard Henry lee
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Virginian who agreed with common sense
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Thomas Jefferson
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One of the youngest delegates. Wrote the declaration of independence
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Declaration of Independence
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The document that stated the colonies break away from the British government
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Traitor
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A person who betrays his or her country
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Preamble
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Introduction to the Declaration of Independence
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Natural rights
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Rights that belong to all people from birth.