War of 1812 Key Concepts

When did the War of 1812 begin?

• 1776

• 1812

• 1814

• 1815

What was one reason the War of 1812 started?

• British ships stopping American ships

• Americans wanting to buy land

• Native Americans moving to new lands

• France attacking Britain

What was it called when British ships forced American sailors to work for them?

• Kidnapping

• Impressment

• Recruitment

• Enlistment

Who was a Native American leader who tried to fight back against American settlers?

• George Washington

• James Madison

• Tecumseh

• Andrew Jackson

Who was the President of the United States when the War of 1812 began?

• George Washington

• James Madison

• Andrew Jackson

• Francis Scott Key

What important buildings did the British burn in Washington D.C.?

• The White House and the Capitol Building

• The White House and the Library

• The Capitol Building and the Museum

• The White House and the Post Office

Who saved a famous painting of George Washington from being destroyed?

• James Madison

• Francis Scott Key

• Dolly Madison

• Andrew Jackson

What famous song was written after the battle at Fort McHenry?

• America the Beautiful

• God Bless America

• The Star-Spangled Banner

• Yankee Doodle

Who led the American troops to victory at the Battle of New Orleans?

• George Washington

• James Madison

• Andrew Jackson

• Tecumseh

What was the name of the peace treaty that ended the War of 1812?

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Ghent

• Treaty of London