What Caused the War of 1812?

The video discusses the Second War of Independence, focusing on the conflict between the US and Great Britain. It highlights the actions of Presidents Jefferson and Madison, including the Louisiana Purchase and the Embargo Act. Tensions with Britain escalated due to trade restrictions and naval conflicts. Native American resistance, led by Tecumseh, further complicated matters. The US believed that removing British influence in Canada would weaken Native alliances, leading to the War of 1812.

What was one of Thomas Jefferson's main goals during his presidency?

• To establish a strong alliance with Great Britain

• To expand the United States' territory

• To reduce the size of the U.S. Navy

• To increase taxes on American merchants

How did Great Britain respond to the United States trading with France?

• By offering trade incentives to the U.S.

• By seizing U.S. ships and impressing sailors

• By reducing tariffs on American goods

• By forming an alliance with the U.S.

What was the purpose of the Embargo Act passed by Jefferson?

• To encourage trade with Britain

• To restrict trade with France

• To increase trade with Native American tribes

• To heavily restrict trade with Britain

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

• Chief Sitting Bull

• Chief Tecumseh

• Chief Geronimo

• Chief Crazy Horse

What was James Madison's solution to the tensions with Great Britain?

• To form an alliance with Spain

• To increase trade with France

• To declare war on Great Britain

• To negotiate a peace treaty