The Star-Spangled Banner and Fort McHenry

The video discusses the importance of respecting the National Anthem and the story behind 'The Star-Spangled Banner.' It narrates the events of the War of 1812, focusing on Francis Scott Key's role in negotiating the release of prisoners and witnessing the British bombardment of Fort McHenry. The resilience of American forces inspired Key to write the anthem. The video concludes with a call to honor the flag and those who sacrificed for the nation.

What is the main reason the narrator believes people should pay attention during the National Anthem?

• To show respect for the singer

• To honor the story and sacrifices behind the anthem

• To avoid being rude to others

• To follow the rules of the event

Who was Francis Scott Key?

• A government official

• A British soldier

• An American lawyer

• A famous singer

What event led to the British attacking Baltimore?

• The capture of Washington D.C.

• The election of a new president

• The end of the Revolutionary War

• The signing of a peace treaty

Why was Dr. William Beans significant in the story?

• His capture led to Francis Scott Key's involvement

• He wrote The Star-Spangled Banner

• He was a key military leader

• He was a British spy

What was the British strategy for attacking Fort McHenry?

• To bombard the fort and demoralize the Americans

• To capture American leaders

• To blockade American ports

• To negotiate a peace treaty

How did Francis Scott Key observe the battle?

• From a nearby hill

• From inside Fort McHenry

• From the White House

• From a British ship

What did the American flag symbolize during the battle?

• The resilience and independence of the United States

• The surrender of the Americans

• The end of the war

• The start of a new conflict

What was the outcome of the British attack on Fort McHenry?

• The Americans surrendered

• The British withdrew after failing to capture the fort

• The fort was destroyed

• The British captured the fort

What inspired Francis Scott Key to write The Star-Spangled Banner?

• The sight of the American flag after the battle

• A British poem

• A speech by President Madison

• A letter from a soldier

What does the narrator hope people will do when they hear The Star-Spangled Banner?

• Ignore the anthem

• Stand in reverence

• Sing quietly

• Leave the event