Madison and the War of 1812

What was the main reason President James Madison asked Congress to declare war in 1812?

• To expand American territory into Mexico

• To defend American honor and protect its rights against British aggression

• To form an alliance with France

• To stop the spread of communism

Which territory were the War Hawks particularly interested in expanding into?

• Mexico

• Florida

• British-held Canada

• The Louisiana Territory

What action did British forces frequently take against American ships that contributed to the War of 1812?

• They provided them with supplies

• They attacked them and forced American sailors to serve in the British navy

• They escorted them safely across the Atlantic

• They ignored them completely

Which of the following was NOT a reason for the War Hawks' eagerness for war?

• Defending American honor

• Expanding territory into British-held Canada

• Forming an alliance with Spain

• Protecting American rights

What was the historical significance of Madison's request to Congress in 1812?

• It was the first time an American president asked Congress to declare war

• It marked the end of the American Revolution

• It was the first time Congress refused a presidential request

• It led to the signing of the Treaty of Paris

Choose the 3 main causes of the War of 1812:

• Great Britain was arming Native Americans to fight settlers moving to the Northwest Territory.

• Great Britain was interferring with shipping of goods on boats.

• Great Britain was capturing American sailors and forcing them to serve in the British Navy (impressment).

• Great Britain and France were at war.

How did the War of 1812 impact America?

• Led to an increase in American Nationalism
• Led to an increase in Black Codes

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Which document ended the War of 1812

• Treaty of Paris 1763

• Treaty of Paris 1783

• Treaty of Ghent

• Jay's Treaty

Who wrote the Star Spangled Banner? (a)  

• Francis Scott Key
• Andrew Jackson
• James Madison
• William Patterson

​ (a)   became a national hero during the ​ (b)   .

• Andrew Jackson
• Battle of New Orleans
• Battle of Thames
• Thomas Jefferson