War of 1812 Quiz

Who was the president of the United States when the War of 1812 began?

• John Adams

• George Washington

• James Madison

• Thomas Jefferson

What was the major conflict in the War of 1812?

• United States vs Mexico

• United States vs France

• United States vs Spain

• United States vs Great Britain

What action did Thomas Jefferson take to protect the United States reputation on the global stage?

• Formed an alliance with Spain

• Acquired more land for the country

• Declared war on France

• Heavily restricted trade with Britain

Which country had the biggest Navy in the world during the War of 1812?

• France

• Spain

• United States

• Great Britain

What was the main reason for the British seizing U.S ships at sea?

• For trading with France

• For trading with Portugal

• For trading with Spain

• For trading with Mexico

Who led the Native Americans in resisting U.S expansion during the War of 1812?

• Crazy Horse

• Sitting Bull

• Geronimo

• Tecumseh

What did the United States believe would cut off British support for the indigenous people?

• Ousting Britain from Mexico

• Ousting Britain from Spain

• Ousting Britain from Canada

• Ousting Britain from France

What action did President Madison take in July that marked the beginning of the War of 1812?

• Signed a peace treaty with Spain

• Invaded France

• Imposed heavy restrictions on trade with Britain

• Declared war on Great Britain