Causes of War of 1812 Video Review

What was the War of 1812 often called?

• The Revolutionary War

• The First World War

• The Second War of Independence

• The Civil War

Why did Britain become upset with the United States after the Louisiana Purchase?

• Because the U.S. refused to trade with Britain

• Because the U.S. bought land from France

• Because the U.S. declared war on Britain

• Because the U.S. supported France in the war

Why did Britain control trade in the Atlantic Ocean?

• They had the fastest ships.

• They invented new trading routes.

• They had the most trading partners.

• They had the largest navy in the world.

What did the Embargo Act do?

• It increased trade with Britain.

• It allowed free trade with France.

• It banned all European goods.

• It restricted trade with Britain.

What was the purpose of the Embargo Act?

• To restrict trade with Britain

• To stop trade with France

• To increase trade with Britain

• To declare war on Britain

What did the British do to American sailors that increased tensions?

• They invited them to join the Royal Navy

• They forced them to join the Royal Navy

• They traded with them

• They ignored them

Who led the Native Americans resisting U.S. expansion?

• Chief Sitting Bull

• Chief Geronimo

• Chief Tecumseh

• Chief Crazy Horse

What was the U.S. strategy to cut off British support for Native Americans?

• Oust Britain from Canada

• Form an alliance with France

• Invade Mexico

• Blockade British ports

Who led the Native American resistance against U.S. expansion?

• Chief Geronimo

• Chief Tecumseh

• Chief Crazy Horse

• Chief Sitting Bull