the introduction to a formal document that often tells why the document was written

to cancel an act or law

American colonist who favored American independence

during Revolutionary era, civilian sworn to be ready to fight with only a minute's notice

an official expression of opinion by a group

a formal request

a mocking figure representing an unpopular figure

to refuse to buy items in order to show disapproval or force acceptance of one's terms

American who remained loyal to Britain and opposed the war for independence

an organization that spread political ideas and information through the colonies

ideas or information intentionally spread to harm or help a cause

court document allowing customs officers to enter any location to search for smuggled goods

incoming money from taxes or other sources