Chapter 3 Vocabulary

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What is an ally?

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A person or group that joins another as a partner in a battle

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Treaty

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An agreement between countries or rulers

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What is a tax?

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Money that people or businesses pay to support the government

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What is a petition?

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A written request for action signed by many people

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Boycott

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To refuse to use or buy certain goods or services

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What is independence?

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Freedom from the control of another person or government

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What is a revolution?

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A change in government by force

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Who was a loyalist?

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A person who wanted the colonies to remain loyal to Britain

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What is a confederation?

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A group of states that together form one country

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What does it mean to ratify?

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To approve something officially