War of 1812 Quiz

What was one of the causes of the War of 1812?

• British invasion of Washington D.C.

• U.S. embargo on trading with any country

• French attacks on U.S. merchant ships

• British interference with U.S. shipping

Who wrote the words to the Star Spangled Banner?

• Andrew Jackson

• Francis Scott Key

• James Madison

• Tecumseh

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Ghent?

• Formally ended the War of 1812

• U.S. gained control of Canada

• Britain claimed victory over the U.S.

• News spread quickly about the treaty

What was the main focus of the War Hawks during the War of 1812?

• Keep trading with Britain

• Add Canada to the U.S.

• Protect U.S. shipping rights

• Make the frontier safe for U.S. settlers

Which battle resulted in an important victory for the U.S. at Fort McHenry?

• Battle of New Orleans

• British invasion of Washington D.C.

• Naval battles in the Atlantic

• Battle of Tippecanoe

Who was the President of the United States during the War of 1812?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• John Adams

What was the name of the American national anthem written during the War of 1812?

• God Bless America

• America the Beautiful

• Star Spangled Banner

• My Country, 'Tis of Thee

Which battle marked the end of the War of 1812?

• Battle of New Orleans

• Battle of Tippecanoe

• Battle of Fort McHenry

• Battle of Washington D.C.

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

• They fought alongside the British

• They remained neutral

• They fought alongside the Americans

• They were not involved in the war

What was the impact of the War of 1812 on the U.S. economy?

• It led to a period of economic prosperity

• It caused a severe economic depression

• It had no significant impact

• It led to the establishment of the Federal Reserve