| A | B |
| Patriot | a colonist who wanted independence from Britain |
| Loyalist | a colonist who remained loyal to Britain |
| mercenaries | a soldier who fights just to get payed |
| neutral | not taking sides in a war |
| ally | a nation that helps another nation |
| guerilla | soldier who uses hit and run tactics |
| Green Mountain Boys | a group of Patriot fighters led by Ethan Allen |
| Trenton | a battle that the Americans won and captured many Hessians |
| traitor | person who betrays his own country |
| Valley Forge | place where Washington's troops spent a harsh winter |
| refugees | people who flee from their homes to find safety |
| Sons of Liberty | a group of Patriot men who used pamphlets to stir up support |