War of 1812

What country did the United States fight the War of 1812 against?

• France

• Great Britain

• Spain

• Mexico

Who was the U.S. President during the War of 1812?

• James Monroe

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• John Adams

Why did the United States declare war?

• Interfering with American trade

• Causing warfare with Native Americans

• Seizure of American sailors

• All three

What were armed ships owned by individuals?

• Privateers

• Merchant ships

• Naval vessels

• Frigate

A major goal of the War of 1812 was to take control of what country?

• Spain

• Canada

• Mexico

• France

Who was the Speaker of the House during the War of 1812?

• Andrew Jackson

• Oliver Hazard Perry

• Henry Clay

• William Henry Harrison

What person was responsible for the loss of Detroit?

• Oliver Hazard Perry

• William Henry Harrison

• William Hull

• Edward Preble

A naval battle on Lake Erie resulted in this person becoming an American hero.

• Andrew Jackson

• Oliver Hazard Perry

• William Hull

• William Henry Harrison

Who defeated Tecumseh at the Battle of the Thames River?

• William Henry Harrison

• William Hull

• Andrew Jackson

• Francis Scott Key

What treaty ended the War of 1812?

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Washington

• Treaty of Ghent

• Treaty of London