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What was one of the main causes of the War of 1812?

• The discovery of gold in California

• Britain's impressment of American sailors

• The invention of the steam engine

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

Which event marked a significant turning point during the War of 1812?

• The signing of the Magna Carta

• The Battle of Lake Erie

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Louisiana Purchase

Describe the political effect of the War of 1812 on the United States.

• It led to the end of the Federalist Party.

• It resulted in the annexation of Canada.

• It caused the U.S. to become a monarchy.

• It led to the U.S. joining the League of Nations.

Explain the significance of the Treaty of Ghent.

• It ended the American Civil War.

• It marked the end of the War of 1812.

• It started the French Revolution.

• It was the first treaty between the U.S. and China.

What role did Chief Tecumseh play during the War of 1812?

• He was a British general.

• He led Native American forces allied with the British.

• He was a U.S. president.

• He was a French diplomat.

Analyze the motivations of Native American groups aligned with Britain during the War of 1812.

• They wanted to expand their territory into Europe.

• They sought to resist American expansion into their lands.

• They aimed to establish a new trade route to Asia.

• They wanted to convert to Christianity.

What was the outcome of the Battle of New Orleans?

• A decisive victory for the British.

• A decisive victory for the United States.

• A stalemate with no clear winner.

• The capture of New York by the British.

Discuss the role of General Andrew Jackson in the Battle of New Orleans.

• He was a British spy.

• He led the American forces to victory.

• He negotiated peace with the British.

• He was a naval commander.

Why is the "Star-Spangled Banner" an important symbol in American history?

• It represents the resilience and spirit of the American people.

• It was a song written to celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

• It was composed to honor the first American president.

• It was a tribute to the American Civil War victory.

What were some key issues that influenced Louisiana's path to becoming a state?

• The discovery of gold in California.

• The Neutral Ground Agreement and the West Florida Rebellion.

• The signing of the Magna Carta.

• The construction of the Erie Canal.