Crash Course War of 1812

What is the main reason often given for The War of 1812?

• Anglophobia and conspiracy theories

• Disputes over land with Native Americans

• British impressment of American sailors

• Desire to annex Canada

What was a significant factor in America's decision to go to war in 1812?

• Expansion into territory controlled by Native Americans

• The desire to establish a monarchy

• A shortage of tea imports

• Disagreements over cotton trade

Who was the most famous War Hawk pushing for the War of 1812?

• John Randolph

• Henry Clay

• William Henry Harrison

• Andrew Jackson

What did the British Orders in Counsel require of American ships?

• To carry British goods exclusively

• To dock in Britain and pay tax before trading with other European nations

• To fly the British flag

• To have a British naval officer on board

What was Tecumseh known for during the period leading up to the War of 1812?

• His efforts to assimilate into white culture

• His support for British causes

• His role in the American Revolution

• His criticism of American expansion

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Ghent?

• Native Americans regained control over their lands

• No territory changed hands, returning to the status quo

• The US gained territories from Britain

• Britain gained new territories

How did the War of 1812 confirm the US's status?

• As a colonial power

• As an independent nation and a player on the world stage

• As a military superpower

• As a world trading leader

What was a major American victory in the War of 1812?

• The Battle of New Orleans

• The capture of Montreal

• The siege of Detroit

• The blockade of British ports

What did the War of 1812 spell the end for?

• The Federalist Party

• The practice of impressment

• American expansionism

• The British Empire's influence in America

What was a reason for America's lack of success in Canada during the War of 1812?

• Harsh winter conditions

• Lack of military resources

• Poor strategy and underestimation of Canadian resistance

• Internal political disagreements