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Maple

#455501 Fri, 21 Dec 07 06:24 AM

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Tea also figured in America’s bid for independence from British rule – the Boston tea Party.

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What does the above sentence mean?

Thanks in advance!

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CalifJim

#455507 Fri, 21 Dec 07 06:47 AM

Tea also [played a part in / was part of] America's [effort(s) / attempt(s)] to achieve independence from British rule ...

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Maple

#455659 Fri, 21 Dec 07 03:18 PM

Thank you CJ, very much! Drinks [D]