Political Revolutions Vocabulary

Front

group of people rising up to overthrow the current government with the hopes of setting up an improved and better government

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Political Revolution

Front

prolonged cruel or unjust treatment or control

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Oppression

Front

dishonest behavior by one in power

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corruption

Front

Money paid to the government by citizens

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Taxes

Front

Government run by the people

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democracy

Front

when a group of people agree to give up certain rights and accept a central authority in order to protect their other rights

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Social Contract

Front

Freedom from oppression or arbitrary rule

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liberty

Front

A sudden and significant change in the political system, often involving violent upheaval

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revolution

Front

The middle class, often seen as the driving force behind revolutions

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Bourgeoisie