The Siege of Baltimore

In 1814, British warships approached Baltimore, leading to a tense battle witnessed by Francis Scott Key from a British ship. As the siege continued, Key feared for the city's fate. However, at dawn, the American flag was seen flying, signaling survival and victory. This moment symbolized American resilience and deterred the British, saving Baltimore.

What date did the British naval forces approach Baltimore?

• December 25, 1812

• March 15, 1820

• July 4, 1776

• September 12, 1814

How many bomb ships were part of the British fleet near Baltimore?

• Ten

• Three

• Eight

• Five

Who was the American aboard the British warship during the bombardment?

• George Washington

• Andrew Jackson

• Thomas Jefferson

• Francis Scott Key

What was the reaction of people watching the bombardment?

• They were unaware

• They were indifferent

• They were terrified yet mesmerized

• They were celebrating

What did Francis Scott Key fear after hearing the British plans?

• The British would retreat

• The American forces would win easily

• The British would run out of ammunition

• The city would be destroyed

What signified the potential fall of Baltimore during the siege?

• The arrival of reinforcements

• The silence of the cannons

• The retreat of British forces

• The raising of a white flag

What was Francis Scott Key anxiously waiting to see at dawn?

• A peace treaty

• The British flag

• A new battle strategy

• The American flag

What did the sight of the American flag signify?

• A truce had been called

• The fort had fallen

• Victory for the Americans

• The British had won

What convinced the British that the fort could not be breached?

• The arrival of American reinforcements

• The strength of the American forces

• The sight of the American flag

• The depletion of British ammunition

What was the outcome for Baltimore after the siege?

• It was abandoned

• It was captured by the British

• It was destroyed

• It was saved