The Acts & Sons of Liberty Flashcards

1
Q

guerrilla warfare

A

attacking when the enemy is vulnerable and then retreating, rather than armies confronting each other in large battles

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2
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terrain

A

countryside

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3
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salutary neglect

A

Britain’s policy, prior to 1754, of leaving the American colonies to run themselves

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4
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writ

A

a written command from a legal authority

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5
Q

quartering

A

providing lodging (living quarters) to soldiers

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6
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Act

A

a law passed by parliament

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