The War of 1812

What was the result of the U.S. offer to resume trade with either Britain or France if either nation stopped seizing American ships?

• Both Britain and France stopped seizing American ships.

• Only France stopped seizing American ships.

• Neither Britain nor France stopped seizing American ships.

• Both Britain and France continued to seize American ships.

What happened to Tecumseh during the Battle of the Thames?

• He retreated from Detroit into Canada

• He pursued the British and their ally

• He died in the fighting

• He became the leader of the Indian confederation

What happened after the war in Europe ended in the spring of 1814?

• The United States and Britain drifted closer to war.

• The British sent more troops and ships to fight the United States.

• The United States won a decisive victory at the Battle of the Thames.

• The British retreated from Detroit into Canada.

What did First Lady Dolley Madison do when the British marched into the capital?

• She gathered up important papers of the President and a portrait of George Washington.

• She stayed and watched the British set fire to the White House and other buildings.

• She immediately fled north to join her sister.

• She picked up a gun and joined in the fighting.

How many soldiers died in the Battle of New Orleans?

• More than 2,000 British and only 7 American

• More than 2,000 American and only 7 British

• More than 2,000 American and 2,000 British

• There was only one death at the Battle of New Orleans

Who became a national hero after the Battle of New Orleans?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Andrew Jackson

• James Madison

• Francis Scott Key

What was the role of African Americans in the War of 1812?

• They served as soldiers in the army only

• They served as sailors in the navy only

• They served as soldiers and sailors in both the army and navy

• They played no role in the war

What was the result of the Hartford Convention on the Federalist Party?

• It strengthened the Federalist party

• It had no effect on the Federalist party

• It resulted in the Federalist party leaving the Union

• It further weakened the dying Federalist party

What was the general sentiment towards the War of 1812 after it had ended?

• Most Americans believed it was a mistake and should not have happened.

• Most Americans were proud of the victories achieved during the war and felt more united as a nation.

• There was no clear consensus among Americans about the results of the war.

• Some Americans felt the war had improved their relations with Europe.

Who was considered the victor of the War of 1812 between Britain and the United States?

• Britain

• United States

• Neither side was declared the victor

• Native Americans