Mr. Stein NYS ELA War of 1812: The War Starts

Did President James Madison ask Congress to declare war on Great Britain?

• yes

• no

On what date did the United States declare war on Great Britain?

• August 26, 1812

• June 18, 1812

• June 18, 1924

• December 1st 1912

Which country had a larger army?

• Great Britain

• The United States

What country had the world's biggest navy?

• France

• Great Britain

• Germany

• United States

Who were the British already at war with in 1812?

• Switzerland

• Poland

• France

• Portugal

What was one of the disadvantages for Great Britain since they were already in a war with France.

• They would have difficulty getting croissants.

• The British could only send some of their troops to fight the Americans.

• They could not get enough french fries.

Did the United States have a strong army and navy in 1812?

• yes

• no

In 1812, about how many years had it been since the United States had broken away from Great Britain?

• 10

• 25

• 30

• 40

What is a monarchy?

• A government ruled by a king or queen.

• A new type of pizza.

• A new type of lawn game.

• A government ruled by many people.

How long would a king or queen rule?

• Until they did not want to do it anymore.

• 4 years.

• Until they died.

• 8 years.