The War of 1812 Quiz

Who led the American forces in the Battle of New Orleans?

• Abraham Lincoln

• Andrew Jackson

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

What color were the coats of the British soldiers during the Battle of New Orleans?

• Green

• Blue

• Bright red

• Black

What did Andrew Jackson and his men use to protect themselves during the battle?

• Walls

• Shields

• Tanks

• Helmets

How many British soldiers were killed or hurt during the Battle of New Orleans?

• 1500

• 1000

• 2000

• 500

When was the treaty to end the War of 1812 signed?

• December 24, 1814

• November 11, 1812

• January 8, 1815

• February 14, 1813

How did news travel in those days?

• Phones

• Letters

• Television sets

• Radios

What was the nickname of the U.S. ship that won battles on the sea?

• Victory Ship

• Old Ironsides

• Sea Warrior

• The Mighty

How long did the War of 1812 last?

• 4 years

• 3 years

• 1 year

• 2 years

What did the War of 1812 show about the United States of America?

• They were strong

• They were weak

• They were peaceful

• They were aggressive

What did the end of the war mark for the United States?

• The fall of the government

• The beginning of chaos

• The start of a new age

• The end of the nation