The Pueblo Revolt

Encomienda

A Spanish colonial system where settlers were granted control over indigenous labor

Self-determination

The ability of a group or nation to make decisions independently especially in governance

Exploit

The act of using someone unfairly for one’s own benefit

Adversary

Enemies or opponents in a conflict or struggle

Alliance

A formal agreement or relationship between groups for mutual support

Autonomy

The right or condition of self-government

Coercion

The use of threat or force to make someone do something against their will

Enduring

Lasting over a long period of time; persistent

Diplomacy

Involving fact and negotiation to maintain peaceful relations

Resilience

The capacity to withstand or to recover quickly from difficulties