Unit 4 War of 1812

What was a major cause of the War of 1812?

• British blockade of American ports

• French interference in American trade

• British impressment of U.S. sailors

• American support for Native American tribes

What was the impact of the War of 1812 on America?

• Weakened American nationalism and hindered independence

• Caused British impressment of American sailors and trade restrictions

• Led to the Battle of New Orleans, Burning of Washington, and Treaty of Ghent

• Promoted American nationalism and secured independence

What was the outcome of the War of 1812?

• The United States gained new territories.

• The British gained new territories.

• Increased American nationalism and respect from other nations.

• The war ended in a stalemate.

Who was the Shawnee Chief that wanted to form a confederacy to unite all Native Americans to stop white settlers from moving onto Native American lands?

• Blackfoot

• Tecumseh

• Crazy Horse

• Sitting Bull

What nickname was given to Congressmen like John C. Calhoun and Henry Clay?

• doves

• militants

• warmongers

• War Hawks

Who was president during the War of 1812?

• James Monroe
• John Adams
• James Madison
• Thomas Jefferson

Who was the Colonel during the Battle of New Orleans?

• Andrew Jackson

• General Patton

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

Who wrote the Star Spangled Banner?

• George Washington
• Barack Obama
• Ms. King
• Francis Scott Key

The British were able to burn much of

• New York City

• New Orleans

• Washington DC

• Boston

Many of the Federalist opposed the War Hawks and were against going to war for this main reason.

• The United States does not have a strong army or navy.

• The United States should focus on developing the land they possess.

• War would ruin United States commerce (trade with other countries).

• War would make the United States vulnerable to other foreign attacks.