War of 1812 Quiz

What was the primary issue that led to the War of 1812?

• British arming of Native American attacks

• American trade connections with Europe

• French conquest of North America

• British seizure of American trade ships

Who led the group of young congressmen known as the War Hawks?

• James Madison

• Henry Clay

• Thomas Jefferson

• John C. Calhoun

What incident led to the rallying cry 'Remember the Chesapeake'?

• British arming of Native American attacks

• Attack on the Chesapeake trade ship

• Impressment of American sailors

• Attack on the Mississippi River Valley

What was the British practice of forcing sailors to serve in the navy known as?

• Enlistment

• Conscription

• Impressment

• Recruitment

When did the United States officially declare war on Britain?

• 1803

• 1814

• 1810

• 1812

Who was the President of the United States when the War of 1812 was declared?

• James Madison

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• Andrew Jackson

What was the size of the American military when the war was declared?

• 6,700

• 240,000

• 24,000

• 67,000

What was the primary reason for the slow communication between the United States and Britain?

• Lack of telegraph lines

• Lack of internet access

• Occupation with fighting Napoleon

• Repeal of the policy of impressment