Flashcard on the War of 1812

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Who was the president during the War of 1812?

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James Madison

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Who helped save important papers and letters from the President’s House before the British came?

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Dolley Madison

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What was built especially for the president and his family?

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The President’s House (White House)

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Which ship had cannonballs bounce off its sides? Options: USS Constitution, USS Constellation, USS Enterprise, USS Nautilus

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USS Constitution

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Why was the USS Constitution called “Old Ironsides”?

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It was hard to sink.

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Who was the first person to be called the First Lady of the United States?

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Dolley Madison

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Who saved important papers from the President’s House?

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Dolley Madison

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Who wrote “The Star-Spangled Banner”?

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Francis Scott Key

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Who led the army in the Battle of New Orleans?

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Andrew Jackson