| A | B |
|---|
| monopoly | service or product controlled by a single person or group |
| blockade | warships used to prevent ships from entering or leaving harbors |
| quarter | to feed and provide shelter for soldiers |
| intolerable | unacceptable |
| petition | a signed request |
| commander in chief | leader of the military forces |
| earthworks | walls made of earth and stone |
| olive branch | symbol of peace |
| mercenary | soldier who receives pay for fighting for another country |
| public opinion | point of view held by most people |
| independence | having freedom |
| allegiance | loyalty |
| resolution | formal statement of the feelings of a group |
| preamble | introduction to the Declaration of Independence |
| grievances | complaints |
