Liberty! How the Revolutionary War Began

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What is liberty?

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Liberty means freedom. It is the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority.

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What does the term 'passed' mean in the context of laws?

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In the context of laws, 'passed' means to vote or agree on a rule.

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What were the Sugar Acts?

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The Sugar Acts were laws that taxed the colonists on molasses.

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What were the Navigation Acts?

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The Navigation Acts were laws that required colonists to trade goods only with England, even if they could find cheaper goods from other countries.

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Who were allies during the French and Indian War?

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The British and Colonists were allies during the French and Indian War.

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What was the Quartering Act?

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The Quartering Act required colonists to provide quarters, or places to stay, for British soldiers.

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What does it mean to be taxed?

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To be taxed means to have a certain amount of money taken by the government from your income or purchases.

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What is a law?

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A law is a rule made by a government that citizens must follow.

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What is a colony?

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A colony is a territory governed by a foreign power.

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What does 'taxation without representation' mean?

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'Taxation without representation' means being taxed by a government without having a say or vote in that government.