Common Sense by Thomas Paine was highly instrumental in convincing the colonists that they should separate from Great Britain, since it called into question the idea that such a vast and prosperous land should need the support of a small island nation (Britain).
The Bill of Rights, specifically under the first amendment.
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<em>Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the </em><em>freedom of speech, or of the press</em><em>; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.</em>
Music was a way for slaves to express their feelings whether it was sorrow, joy, inspiration or hope.
Answer The French and Native Americans vs. The British and the Native Americans
