War of 1812 Quiz

Who was the President of the United States during the War of 1812?

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• George Washington

• John Adams

What was one of the main causes of the War of 1812?

• Disputes over land in the western territories

• British interference with American trade

• American desire to annex Canada

• All of the above

Which of the following was an effect of the War of 1812?

• The creation of the League of Nations

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

• Increased American patriotism

• The end of slavery in the United States

Who ran against James Madison in the Election of 1808?

• Aaron Burr

• Charles C. Pinckney

• Alexander Hamilton

• Thomas Jefferson

What role did James Madison have before becoming President?

• Secretary of State

• Vice President

• Speaker of the House

• Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

What was a significant cause of tension between the United States and Britain leading up to the War of 1812?

• Trade restrictions imposed by Britain

• The British support of Native American tribes against American expansion

• Impressment of American sailors into the British Navy

• Disputes over the border with Canada

What was the outcome of the War of 1812 for the United States?

• Loss of territory to Canada

• Gain of new territories

• No significant change in territory

• Loss of independence to Britain

Which treaty ended the War of 1812?

• Treaty of Ghent

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Utrecht

What was one reason the United States declared war on Britain in 1812?

• To support France in its wars against Britain

• To stop British support for Native American attacks on American settlers

• To annex Canadian territory

• To retaliate for the Boston Tea Party

How did the War of 1812 affect Native Americans?

• It led to significant gains in their land and power

• It had no effect on their status or power

• It weakened their alliances and power

• It resulted in the creation of a unified Native American state