War of 1812

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The War of 1812 occurred during the __________________

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Napoleonic Wars

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What were the three main causes of the War of 1812?

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Great Britain impressment of American sailors, Great Britain giving aid to the Native Americans in hopes of stopping westward expansion, The War Hawks encouraging war against Britain

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Who were the War Hawks?

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A group of men who wanted to go to war against Britain.

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Impress (in the context of Great Britain impressing American sailors)

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To take someone against their will, or kidnap

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Who saved important papers by pressing them into trunks and fleeing before the British arrived at the White House? Options: Dolley Madison, James Madison, Harriet Tubman, Andrew Jackson.

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Dolley Madison

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What event did Francis Scott Key write the Star-Spangled Banner about?

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The morning after the British attacked Fort McHenry. The American flag was burnt around the edges, but still flying high.

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Who helped create the three branches of government and was nicknamed "The Father of the Constitution"?

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James Madison

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In attempts to cut off supplies from reaching the enemy both ___________and __________ attempted to block the U.S. from trading with others.

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Great Britain and France

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The U.S. wanted to continue to expand their territory.

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True

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President James Madison declared war on Great Britain on June 18, 1812.

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True