Unit 2 Vocab Flashcard Study Guide

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The Declaration of Independence declared:

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The colonies an independent nation, free from British rule.

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Tyranny?

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Unjust use of government power.

Front

After months of protest against the Stamp Act, Parliament (Blank) the Stamp Act.

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Repealed

Front

Vocabulary word for a pamphlet by Thomas Paine in 1776 that urged American colonists to support independence.

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Common Sense

Front

Vocabulary for "rights common to everyone, not given by law"?

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natural rights

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George Washington revised his (Blank) after the first battles to avoid large battles with Great Britain.

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strategy

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After months of protest, Parliament (Blank) the Stamp Act.

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repealed

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The (Blank Blank) was always short of men.

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Continental Army

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America had a great (Blank) in France as they supported them throughout the war.

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ally

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In July 1775, the Second Continental Congress sent a (Blank) to George III asking him to end the quarrel.

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petition