3rd 9 Weeks SS

During the War of 1812, the capital city of the United States was burned by British troops. Which number on the map is CLOSEST to the city that was burned?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

"The Star-Spangled Banner" was written by

• George Washington

• Francis Scott Key

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

What was one cause of the War of 1812?

• Disputes over fishing rights

• British ships cut off American trade with France.

• Conflicts over the Louisiana Purchase

• Disagreements about the Constitution

Who was the main enemy of the United States in the War of 1812?

• France

• Spain

• Britain

• Mexico

Who was President during the War of 1812?

• George Washington

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

The person known for contributing to the final form of the Constitution was

• George Washington

• James Madison

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

The purpose of the Bill of Rights is to

• Establish a monarchy

• protect the rights of the people from the government

• Create new states

• Organize the military

The first ten amendments to the Constitution are known as

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Bill of Rights

• The Federalist Papers

• The Declaration of Independence

Which liberty is guaranteed by the First Amendment?

• The right to bear arms

• Freedom of speech

• The right to a fair trial

• Freedom from taxation

"I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, ________, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."

• With freedom for all

• And to the Republic for which it stands

• With unity and peace

• And justice for everyone