Module 8 -Lesson 2 - The War of 1812

What was the main reason the American navy was at a disadvantage at the beginning of the War of 1812?

• The American navy had more ships but they were not as powerful.

• The British navy had hundreds of ships, while the U.S. Navy had fewer than 20 ships.

• The American ships were not equipped with cannons.

• The British navy had less experienced sailors.

Which ship is noted for its victories against British ships in one-on-one duels?

• HMS Victory

• USS Constitution

• USS Enterprise

• HMS Beagle

What was the outcome of the attack from Detroit during the War of 1812?

• The attack was successful and Detroit was captured by the Americans.

• The attack failed and Detroit was captured by American Indians led by Tecumseh.

• The attack was postponed due to bad weather.

• The attack succeeded but the Americans were later pushed back by the British.

Why did some American attacks along the Canadian border fail?

• The American forces were outnumbered by the British.

• State militia troops refused to cross the Canadian border, arguing they did not have to fight in a foreign country.

• The American forces did not have enough supplies to sustain the campaign.

• The British had superior naval support that prevented the American attacks.

Which battles took place in the Great Lakes region?

• Battle of Lake Erie and Battle of the Thames

• Battle of Horseshoe Bend and Battle of Fort Mims

• Battle of Tallapoosa and Battle of New Orleans

• Battle of Fort Dearborn and Battle of Baltimore

Who was given the task to break Britain's control of Lake Erie?

• General William Henry Harrison

• Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry

• General Perry

• Commodore William Henry Harrison

What message did Perry send to General William Henry Harrison after the Battle of Lake Erie?

• "We have met the enemy and they are ours."

• "The British have surrendered."

• "The battle has ended with no clear victor."

• "We need reinforcements immediately."

What was the result of the American control of Lake Erie?

• General Harrison retreated from the region.

• The British gained new hope and strength.

• The U.S. Army gained control of the lake and new hope.

• The British maintained control over Lake Erie.

After establishing control of Lake Erie, where did General Harrison march his army?

• Into Canada

• To Washington D.C.

• To the Gulf of Mexico

• Back to the Mississippi Territory

Who was the commander of the Tennessee militia that gathered volunteers to move against the Creek nation?

• Tecumseh

• Dolley Madison

• Andrew Jackson

• Harrison