The War of 1812 Quiz

What was the main reason for the U.S. declaring war on Britain in 1812?

• To gain new land

• To stop impressment and British support of Indians

• To support France in their war against Britain

• To expand trade routes

Who wrote "The Star-Spangled Banner"?

• James Monroe

• Tecumseh

• Francis Scott Key

• Andrew Jackson

What was the Treaty of Ghent?

• A treaty that gave the U.S. new land

• A treaty that ended the War of 1812

• A treaty that started the War of 1812

• A treaty that allowed British impressment

What did the Monroe Doctrine warn European countries to do?

• To trade only with the U.S.

• To stay out of North and South America

• To support American wars

• To colonize new lands in America

What did the law passed by Congress in 1818 state about the American flag?

• It should have 50 stars

• It should have 13 stripes and a star for each state

• It should be flown at all government buildings

• It should be redesigned every 10 years

What was the main cause of the U.S. and Britain becoming enemies in 1808?

• The U.S. supported France

• British impressment of American sailors

• Disputes over land in Canada

• Trade disagreements

What did the Indian chief Tecumseh want the Indian nations to do?

• To move to Canada

• To unite to keep settlers away

• To support the British

• To sign a peace treaty with the U.S.

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

• The signing of the Treaty of Ghent

• The British attack on New Orleans

• The sight of the American flag flying over Fort McHenry

• The defeat of the British in the War of 1812

What was the result of the Treaty of Ghent for the U.S. and Britain?

• The U.S. gained new land

• Britain gained new land

• Neither country gained new land

• Both countries lost land

What did the U.S. experience after the War of 1812?

• A time of economic hardship

• A time of prosperity and nationalism

• A time of political instability

• A time of territorial expansion