Francis Scott Key and the National Anthem

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What does it mean if the flag at Fort McHenry goes down during a battle?

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It means America was no longer fighting.

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What did the British ships fire at Fort McHenry on September 13, 1814?

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They fired rockets and mortars.

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What is the poem that Francis Scott Key wrote known as?

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It is known as The Star-Spangled Banner.

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What did Francis Scott Key see that showed America was still fighting?

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He saw the American flag still flying at the fort.

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What did Key see when the sun rose in the morning after the battle?

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He saw the British sailors had stopped firing.

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Who wrote the National Anthem of the United States?

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Francis Scott Key wrote the National Anthem.

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What event inspired Francis Scott Key to write the National Anthem?

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The defense of Fort McHenry during the War of 1812 inspired him.

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What is the significance of the American flag in the National Anthem?

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The flag symbolizes hope and resilience.

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What year was the Battle of Fort McHenry fought?

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The Battle of Fort McHenry was fought in 1814.

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What does the term 'National Anthem' mean?

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A National Anthem is a song that represents a country.