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Abolition

to bring to an end

Abolitionist

a person who supported the movement to end the transatlantic slave trade and slavery

Affluence

state of having much wealth or property

African-American

a citizen from the United States of America who is of African descent

Agitate

to move with rapid or violent action; to excite

Americas

the two continents of north and south America and the surrounding islands

Anthology

a collection of selected literary pieces or works of art or music

Anti-slavery

against; hence anti-slavery describes a person, action or an idea that is against slavery

Apprentice

a person who learns a craft or trade by working for a specialist or master for an agreed period, usually at low wages

Archive

a place where historical documents or public records are kept and preserved

Aristocracy

an upper class within society which is usually based on birth and is richer and more powerful than all other members

Artefact

a usually simple object showing human work and representing culture or a stage of development in culture

Asset

a quality or a thing that can be used to an advantage

Asylum

protection given to those who need a place of safety