American Revolution Vocabulary Flashcards

These flashcards review key vocabulary terms related to the American Revolution, helping students prepare for their examination.

conflict

a fight or struggle for power or authority.

turning point

a time when an important change occurs.

burden

something that is heavy or difficult to accept.

impose

to force or require.

tax

money a government charges for services it provides to the people.

assembly

people who gather to write laws for a government or organization.

petition

a document people sign to show their agreement or disagreement with something.

opposition

disagreement with or disapproval of something.

mastermind

a person who takes the lead in planning and organizing something important.

militia

ordinary people trained to be soldiers but who are not part of the full-time military.

liberty

freedom.

repeal

to undo or withdraw a law.

revenue

money collected by the government from taxes.

patriot

a person who supports and defends his or her country.

traitor

someone who betrays his or her country.

tactics

ways used to achieve a goal.

strategic

carefully planned to achieve a specific goal.

surrender

to give up, quit.

grievance

a complaint resulting from being treated unfairly.

hero

a person who is respected for bravery or good qualities.