What is most often cited as the reason for the War of 1812?
The War of 1812

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Daniel Snell
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Impressment of American sailors by the British navy.
Conflicts on the western frontier with Native Americans supported by the British.
Jefferson's Embargo of European powers.
The secession of New England over its relationship with the British.
Answer explanation
The War of 1812 was primarily caused by the impressment of American sailors by the British navy. This was a practice where the British navy would force American sailors into their service. The other options, such as conflicts with Native Americans or Jefferson's Embargo, were contributing factors but not the main cause. The secession of New England is incorrect as it did not happen during this time.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What were the members of Madison's political party, who were pressing for war, known as?
War Hawks
Warmongers
Patriots
Tea Partiers
Answer explanation
The members of James Madison's political party who were pressing for war were known as 'War Hawks'. This term referred to the faction of the Democratic-Republican Party that was aggressively advocating for war with Britain in the early 19th century.
3.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Who were the two most famous War Hawks during this time?
Henry Clay
John C. Calhoun
James Monroe
John Marshall
Answer explanation
The two most famous War Hawks during this time were Henry Clay and John C. Calhoun. They were highly influential figures in pushing for war with Britain in the period leading up to the War of 1812. Their aggressive stance on this issue earned them the moniker 'War Hawks'. James Monroe and John Marshall, although important figures at the time, were not known as War Hawks.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Which British territory was targeted for U.S. expansion because it was believed that British agents from this region were supplying Native Americans with firearms?
Canada
The Oregon Territory
Louisiana Territory
New Spain
Answer explanation
The correct answer is Canada. This was because during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the U.S. believed British agents in Canada were supplying Native Americans with firearms. This belief fueled the American desire to expand their territory into Canada, as they felt this move would help neutralize the perceived threat.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Which militant Native American leader tried to unite the Native Americans against the ever-expanding U.S.?
Tecumseh
Pontiac
The Red Sticks
Tenskwatawa
Answer explanation
The correct answer is Tecumseh. Tecumseh was a Native American leader of the Shawnee who became the primary leader of a large, multi-tribal confederacy in the early 19th century. He sought to unite the Native American tribes to resist the expansion of the U.S. His efforts, however, were not successful and he was killed in the War of 1812.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Which general's victory at Tippecanoe against the Native Americans at Prophetstown helped propel him to the Presidency in 1840?
William Henry Harrison
William Harrison
Andrew Jackson
James Monroe
Answer explanation
The victory at Tippecanoe against the Native Americans at Prophetstown was won by William Henry Harrison. This significant victory greatly helped him in his campaign and subsequently led to his presidency in 1840. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is William Henry Harrison.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Which region of the U.S. was not in favor of the War of 1812 as they had strong economic ties to Britain?
The Northeast (New England)
The Southwest (Slave holding states)
The Western Frontier (Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee)
None of the above
Answer explanation
The correct answer is 'The Northeast (New England)'. During the time of the War of 1812, the Northeast region of the U.S., particularly New England, had strong economic ties to Britain. Their economic interests were primarily in trade, and the war disrupted these interests. Therefore, they were not in favor of the war.
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