RevolutionA big change or upheaval
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A forcible overthrow for an entirely new system
FreedomThe power to do what and where you want
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The power or right to act, speak or think independently
IndependenceWhen a country or state rules itself
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The fact or state of being independent
OppressionWhen people are treated unfairly and prevented from having opportunities and freedom
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Prolonged cruel or unjust treatment or control
ResistanceWhen someone fights against something or refuses to accept something
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The refusal to accept or comply with something
ColonialRelating to a time when one country ruled other countries as colonies
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Of, relating to, or characteristic of a colony or colonies
MilitiaAn army composed of ordinary citizens rather than professional soldiers
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A military force that is raised from the civil population
TaxationThe action of the act of taxing
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The levying of tax
RebellionAn act of violent or open resistance to an established government or ruler
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An act of armed resistance to an established government or leader
PatriotA person who loves, supports, and defends his or her country and its interests with devotion
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A person who vigorously supports their country and is prepared to defend it against enemies or detractors