I the word draft: 1. draft (noun) - a gust of cool air in a room. An example would be: Please close the window - there's draft in the room! 2. draft (noun) - a rough plan. An example would be: I haven't finished the paper yet - I only have a draft so far. 3. draft (noun) - obligatory military service. An example would be: That country still has a draft - my nephew just joined the army! 4. draft (verb) - to serve in the army. An example would be: My friend has just been drafted - he will have to serve for a year!
II the word break: 1. break (verb) - to separate something into pieces. Example: Why did you break your glasses? 2. break (verb) - disobey law. Example: He broke the law when he killed that man. 3. break (verb) - become publicly known. Example: When the news broke, everybody was surprised. 4. break (noun) - a pause. Example: I've been working for hours - I need to make a break.
III the word present: 1. present (noun) - a gift. Example: When I was in Spain, I bought presents for everyone! 2. present (noun) - the current moment. Example: I prefer living in the present rather than the past! 3. present (adjective) - currently there. Example: Is everyone present in class today? 4. present (verb) - to show. Example: I presented him with a gift, but he wasn't pleased at all.
As far as I could see while reading, the passage's main purpose is to reflect upon the challenges and hardships endured by Americans under the tyrannic, British rule. I hope that helps.
