The Great Fire of 1805 Quiz

What was the primary occupation of John Askin, one of the first trustees of Detroit?

• Farmer

• Fur trader

• Blacksmith

• Baker

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DOK Level 1: Recall

In what year was Detroit incorporated as a town?

• 1795

• 1802

• 1805

• 1810

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Explain how the Great Fire of 1805 started and discuss the factors that contributed to its spread.

• A lightning strike ignited a tree, and the fire spread due to dry conditions.

• A baker knocked ashes from his pipe, igniting hay, and the wind spread the fire.

• A candle was left unattended in a barn, and the fire spread due to flammable materials.

• A faulty stove in a bakery caused the fire, which spread due to poor firefighting equipment.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What was the population of the community at the edge of the Detroit River during the 1700s?

• 200 people

• 350 people

• 500 people

• 750 people

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Describe the role of the Trustees in the newly incorporated town of Detroit in 1802.

• They were responsible for building infrastructure.

• They made laws, levied taxes, and kept order.

• They managed trade routes and shipping.

• They organized community events and festivals.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze the impact of the Great Fire of 1805 on Detroit's development as the capital of the Michigan Territory.

• It accelerated the development by clearing land for new buildings.

• It delayed the development due to the destruction of infrastructure.

• It had no impact as the city was already well-prepared for such disasters.

• It led to the relocation of the capital to another city.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What natural element played a significant role in spreading the fire during the Great Fire of 1805?

• Rain

• Wind

• Earthquake

• Snow

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Discuss the effectiveness of the firefighting methods used during the Great Fire of 1805.

• The fire engine and bucket brigades were effective in controlling the fire.

• The fire engine was effective, but the bucket brigades were not.

• The bucket brigades were effective, but the fire engine was not.

• Both the fire engine and bucket brigades were ineffective due to the wind.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What was the scheduled date for Detroit to become the capital city of the Michigan Territory?

• June 1, 1805

• July 1, 1805

• August 1, 1805

• September 1, 1805

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify the primary reason why the townspeople could not stop the fire from spreading.

• Lack of water supply

• Inadequate firefighting equipment

• Strong winds

• Poor communication

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept