War of 1812

The United States fought against France in the War of 1812.

• True

• False

Congressmen known as "War Hawks" encouraged peace with Great Britain.

• True

• False

The United States succeeded in capturing Canada.

• True

• False

The British burned the Capitol and the Empire State Building during the war.

• True

• False

Francis Scott Key wrote the "Star-Spangled Banner" as he witnessed the attack on Fort McHenry.

• True

• False

Andrew Jackson commanded the American troops at the Battle of New Orleans.

• True

• False

The Revolutionary War was called the "Second War for Independence."

• True

• False

The United States won the War of 1812.

• True

• False

The War of 1812 helped the United States gain respect from foreign countries.

• True

• False

People in the New England states were against war because it interfered with their trade and business.

• True

• False