Land of the Free

Who wrote the lyrics to the United States national anthem?

• John Stafford Smith

• Thomas Jefferson

• Francis Scott Key

• George Washington

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Ghent?

• It led to the American Revolution

• It ended the War of 1812

• It resulted in the Louisiana Purchase

• It started the American Civil War

Which issue was not addressed by the Treaty of Ghent?

• Abolition of the slave trade

• Control of the Great Lakes

• British impressment of American sailors

• Establishment of a Native American state

Why did battles continue after the Treaty of Ghent was signed?

• The treaty was not ratified

• Lack of communication

• The British refused to surrender

• The Americans wanted more territory

What technological advancement was not available during the War of 1812?

• Telegraph

• Steam engine

• Railroad

• Printing press

What is the purpose of historical reenactments?

• To create new historical events

• To provide a deeper understanding of history

• To replace history books

• To entertain tourists

Who is mentioned as a Civil War reenactor in the transcript?

• The narrator's brother

• The narrator's sister

• The narrator's father

• The narrator's mother