The War Begins

On June 18, 1812, the United States declared war on Great Britain.

• True

• False

In 1812, the British were already at war with France, so they could only send some of their troops to fight the United States.

• True

• False

A monarchy is a nation that is ruled by a king or queen.

• True

• False

In 1812, the United States was a monarchy.

• True

• Falso

In 1812, most of the nations of Europe were ruled by presidents who were elected and served for four years.

• True

• False

In 1812, the United States had a large army and a very powerful navy.

• True

• False

At the beginning of the war, the U.S. Army attacked the British in Canada and won all of its battles there.

• True

• False

Place the events in the correct order.

• Today, the United States is a strong nation.

• President Madison asked farmers to join the army.

• On June 18, 1812, the United States declared war on Great Britain.

• The U.S. Navy beat the British in a number of naval battles.

• George Washington set up the first U.S. Navy.