U.S. History: War of 1812

The video covers James Madison's presidency, focusing on the War of 1812, its causes, and outcomes. It discusses British impressment of American sailors, the role of Warhawks, and the Federalists' opposition. The Hartford Convention highlighted sectional tensions, foreshadowing the Civil War. The British invasion of 1814 led to the creation of the national anthem. The war ended with the Treaty of Ghent, boosting American nationalism. The Era of Good Feelings under James Monroe saw economic growth and the Monroe Doctrine, asserting U.S. influence in the Western Hemisphere.

Who was the 4th President of the United States?

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• John Adams

• James Monroe

What was one of the main causes of the War of 1812?

• French interference in American politics

• Russian expansion into Alaska

• British impressment of American sailors

• Spanish invasion of Florida

Which political party opposed the War of 1812?

• Democratic-Republicans

• Whigs

• Libertarians

• Federalists

What was the Hartford Convention?

• A convention to celebrate American victories

• A gathering to discuss secession and constitutional amendments

• A meeting to support the War of 1812

• A peace treaty negotiation with Britain

Which event inspired the writing of the U.S. national anthem?

• The Battle of Baltimore

• The signing of the Treaty of Ghent

• The Battle of New Orleans

• The burning of Washington

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Ghent?

• It expanded U.S. territory into Canada

• It resolved the issue of impressment

• It ceded Florida to the U.S.

• It ended the War of 1812

What was a significant result of the War of 1812 for the United States?

• Loss of territory to Britain

• A stronger sense of nationalism

• A new alliance with France

• The end of the Democratic-Republican Party

Who was the President during the 'Era of Good Feelings'?

• Andrew Jackson

• James Madison

• James Monroe

• John Quincy Adams

What was the main principle of the Monroe Doctrine?

• European colonization in the Americas was acceptable

• The U.S. would remain neutral in European wars

• The U.S. would support European monarchies

• The Western Hemisphere was closed to further European colonization

Which treaty gave Florida to the United States?

• Treaty of Paris

• Jay Treaty

• Adams-Onis Treaty

• Treaty of Ghent