A | B |
Revolution | to change the government by force for a new system of government |
Discipline | training people to obey the rules, or to correct punishment |
Strategy | a carefully thought out plan to achieve a goal |
Mercenary | professional soldiers hired to serve in a foreign army |
Scarcity | the lack of something (not enough), shortage |
Recruit | to enlist in the military (join the military) |
British Army Strengths | had large army with experienced soldiers |
Continental Army's Weaknesses | had smaller inexperienced army |
Continental Army's Strengths | the Commander was George Washington |
British Weakness | distance from England and unfamiliar with American lands |
Outmatched | when a team is facing a more trained team |
Outnumbered | when a team is facing a larger team |
Pardoned | leaders forgive an act of treason |
Traitor | person who works against their nation |
Surrender | to give up |
Defeat | to lose |
Victory | to win |
Withdrawal or Retreat | to leave, go back |