War of 1812

How many votes are needed for US to declare war?

• At least 218 votes in the House and 51 votes in the Senate.
• Majority of states.

• 300 votes in the House and 60 votes in the Senate.
• 100 votes in the House and 25 votes in the Senate.

How many votes are needed in the Senate to ratify a treaty?

• 75 votes
• 50 votes
• 67 votes
• 100 votes

What was George Washington's foreign policy philosophy?

• Complete isolation from all foreign nations.
• Aggressive expansionism and colonization.
• Forming strong alliances with European powers.
• Neutrality and avoidance of entangling alliances.

What was Jay's Treaty?

• A treaty signed in 1783 to end the Revolutionary War.
• An agreement between the U.S. and France regarding trade.
• A 1796 treaty that established peace with Spain.
• A 1794 agreement between the U.S. and Great Britain to resolve some post-Revolutionary War issues.

What was the French Revolution about?

• The French Revolution aimed for equality, liberty, and the end of absolute monarchy.

• The French Revolution aimed to promote feudalism and aristocracy.
• The French Revolution focused on expanding France's territory.
• The French Revolution was about establishing a new monarchy.

Where were the Barbary Pirates from?

• North Africa
• Europe
• Asia
• South America

How did Thomas Jefferson respond to the Barbary Pirates?

• He ignored their attacks and focused on domestic issues.
• He negotiated a peace treaty with them.
• He confronted them instead of paying ransom.

• He sent money to them to ensure safe passage.

Was was the outcome of the war with the Barbary Pirates?

• The United States lost the war and increased piracy against American shipping.
• The war ended with no significant changes to piracy in the region.
• The United States gained control over the Barbary states and established colonies.
• The United States achieved a favorable treaty and reduced piracy against American shipping.

What is a lesson we can take from the Barbary Wars?

• The necessity of a strong military to protect national interests.
• All wars are avoidable with proper negotiation.
• Economic sanctions are more effective than military action.
• Diplomacy is always the best solution to conflicts.

What was the Embargo Act of 1807?

• A law that banned American trade with foreign nations.

• A military act to protect American shipping interests.
• A tax imposed on foreign goods entering the U.S.
• A law that encouraged American trade with Britain.