Ch 11 War of 1812

Multiple Choice

What were some of the major causes and consequences of the War of 1812?

• Impressment and trade restrictions between the U.S. and Great Britain

• The Louisiana Purchase

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

• The rise of nationalism in the U.S.

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The British navy had forcibly drafted

American merchant sailors into its service since 1803.

Multiple Choice

How did the Embargo Act and the Non-Intercourse Act impact the American economy prior to the War of 1812?

• They boosted American exports

• They hurt the US economy

• They led to peace with Britain and France

• They caused a decline in domestic manufacturing

Multiple Choice

Who was the Shawnee chief that formed an alliance to resist US settlers, and what was the outcome of the Battle of Tippecanoe?

• Tecumseh; Native American power was broken in the area

• Sitting Bull; US forces were defeated

• Red Cloud; British gained control of Indiana

• Sequoyah; Native Americans gained more territory

Open Ended

Explain the significance of the War Hawks in the decision to declare war on Britain in 1812.

Multiple Choice

What were the main reasons tensions increased between the US and Britain leading up to the War of 1812?

• US settlers wanted the government to punish British Canada for arming Native Americans

• Canadians accused Americans of using disputes with Native Americans to seize territory

• Britain threatened to invade the US

• Both A and B

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the early stages of the War of 1812 around the Great Lakes is correct?

• The Americans quickly captured Fort Detroit

• The British scored several quick victories and seized Fort Detroit

• The Americans successfully invaded Canada

• The lakes were not important for trade

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Fill in the blank: Oliver Hazard Perry led the American navy to take

from the British to gain control of the Great Lakes.

Open Ended

What is the purpose of a blockade? Looking at the map, how far did the British blockade stretch?

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about the Battle of Baltimore in 1814 are correct?

• The British fleet bombarded Fort McHenry.

• American gunboats defended Lazaretto Battery.

• Ross was killed during the battle.

• The battle took place in New Orleans.

Multiple Choice

Which city served as a major port and gateway to the Mississippi River during the War of 1812?

• New Orleans

• Baltimore

• Detroit

• Philadelphia

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General Andrew Jackson became a

after the Battle of New Orleans.

Open Ended

Explain why the Battle of New Orleans was significant in the outcome of the War of 1812.

Multiple Select

Which of the following battles were major battles of the War of 1812?

• Battle of New Orleans

• Battle of Baltimore

• Battle of Thames

• Battle of Gettysburg

Multiple Select

Which of the following were effects of the War of 1812?

• US gained pride and confidence after beating Britain

• Native Americans strengthened

• Manufacturing economy declined

• Manufacturing economy surging

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was NOT included in the Treaty of Ghent?

• Change of borders

• Mention of impressment of sailors

• End of the War of 1812

• Return of captured territories

Open Ended

How was the Treaty of Ghent a consequence of the War of 1812 significant?

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The War of 1812 helped Americans develop a sense of

identity.

Open Ended

Based on this political cartoon, what was the Era of Good Feelings about?

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes the difference between patriotism and nationalism?

• Patriotism is pride in one's country, while nationalism is promoting the interests and sovereignty of a nation.

• Patriotism is promoting the interests of a nation, while nationalism is pride in one's country.

• Patriotism and nationalism mean the same thing.

• Patriotism is only about military strength, while nationalism is about culture.

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The 'Father of the Constitution' was president in 1812. Who was he?

Open Ended

Based on these images, what inferences can you make about the War of 1812?