The Spy of the American Revolution Vocabulary Flashcards

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devise (dih-VAHYZ)

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To plan or come up with ideas about how something should go.

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intelligence (ihn-TEH-luh-juhnts)

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Information or news, often about an enemy; also refers to being smart and able to learn.

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petition (puh-TIH-shun)

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A written request signed by many people.

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rogue (rohg)

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An unpredictable and dangerous entity; can refer to a scoundrel or dishonest person.

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tribute (TRIH-byoot)

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Something given or done to show respect and admiration.

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Example of devising a plan

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Working with your mom to start an after-school club.

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Use of intelligence in the U.S.

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Relates to threats to the U.S. and information about an enemy.

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Community use of petitions

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To try to save a historic landmark.

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Rogue wave

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An unpredictable and dangerous wave bigger than the waves around it.

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Example of a tribute: Mother's Day

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A day when people pay tribute to their mothers.