Key Terms of the American Revolution

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American

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Relating to the United States or its people.

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Revolution

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A forcible overthrow of a government in favor of a new system.

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Independent

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Free from outside control; not subject to another's authority.

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Colonies

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Territories under the immediate political control of a government or country.

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Representation

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Speaking or acting on behalf of someone.

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Document

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A piece of written, printed, or electronic matter that serves as an official record.

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President

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The elected head of a republic.

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Soldier

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A person who serves in an army.

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democracy

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a system of government where power belongs to the people