Our Place in the World

Who was the U.S. president during the War of 1812?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Monroe

• James Madison

What event inspired the writing of the 'Star-Spangled Banner'?

• The Boston Tea Party

• The attack on Fort McHenry

• The Battle of New Orleans

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

What was James Madison's role before becoming the fourth president of the United States?

• Governor of Virginia

• Author of the Declaration of Independence

• Father of the Constitution

• Leader of the Continental Army

What was the main purpose of the Monroe Doctrine?

• To establish trade relations with Asia

• To declare war on Britain

• To abolish slavery in the United States

• To warn European nations against colonizing the Americas

Which president is associated with the Missouri Compromise?

• James Monroe

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• John Adams

What did British ships do to American ships during Madison's presidency?

• Ignored them

• Escorted them safely

• Pirated them and imprisoned sailors

• Traded goods

Who was the president of the United States from 1817 to 1825?

• James Madison

• James Monroe

• John Quincy Adams

• Andrew Jackson

What was Dolley Madison's concern as the British approached Washington?

• Negotiating peace with the British

• Finding a safe place for her family

• Saving a portrait of General Washington

• Securing the Declaration of Independence

Which two countries were at war, affecting the United States during Madison's presidency?

• France and Britain

• Russia and Austria

• Spain and Portugal

• Germany and Italy

What was the outcome of the War of 1812 for the United States?

• Permanent peace with Britain

• Annexation of Canada

• Increased European respect

• Loss of territory