Vocabulary: Declaration of Independence (Parts 1-2)

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Reconciliation

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Making peace after a fight or disagreement.

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Representative

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A person who speaks or acts for others.

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Tyranny

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Cruel and unfair use of power.

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Savages

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Old word (now offensive) for people seen as wild or uncivilized. Better words: Indigenous people, tribal communities.

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Treaties

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Official agreements between countries or groups.

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Delusion

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A false belief that someone thinks is true.

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Quartering

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Forcing people to let soldiers live in their homes.

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Parliament

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A group of people who make laws for a country.

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Pardons

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Official forgiveness for a crime.

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Bravery

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Being strong and not afraid in a dangerous or hard situation.