War of 1812

In 1812, Great Britain and France were still at war. Each country wanted the United States to help them in the war. The leaders of the United States decided to

• not take sides, so they could trade with both countries.
• help only Great Britain
• help only France.
• not take sides and not trade with either country.
  

The War of 1812 was fought between the United States and Great Britain. The MAIN reason why this war was fought was

• to win freedom from Great Britain.
• to stop British attacks on American cities on the coast.
  
• to protect the right to trade with anyone.
• to keep Native Americans on reservations.

Which countries fought in the War of 1812?

• France and United States
• France and Great Britain
• United States and Great Britain
• Great Britain and Canada

Who was the President during the War of 1812?

• James Madison
• John Adams
• Thomas Jefferson
• George Washington

The White House was burned down during the war?

• True
• False

What battle proved to be the inspiration for the Star-Spangled Banner?

• Battle of Bladensberg
• Battle of York
• Battle of New Orleans
• Battle of Baltimore

What was the name of the treaty that ended the war?

• Treaty of Paris
• Treaty of Ghent
• Treaty of Orleans
• Treaty of Canada

The Battle of New Orleans took place AFTER the war ended?

• True
• False

How long did The War of 1812 last?

• 3 years
• 7 years
• 10 years
• 1 year

The Star Spangled Banner is a poem written by 

• James Madison
• William Henry Harrison
• Francis Scott Key
• Andrew Jackson