The Turning Points of the War of 1812

What was the main cause of the War of 1812?

• Territorial expansion

• Taxation without representation

• Disputes over the Louisiana Purchase

• Impressment of American sailors

How did the War of 1812 impact America's national identity?

• It led to the creation of the national anthem

• It resulted in the loss of several states

• It had no significant impact on national identity

• It caused America to become a British colony again

What was a major economic activity in early 19th century America?

• Agriculture

• Mining

• Textile manufacturing

• Maritime trades

Why did Great Britain impress American sailors?

• To colonize American territories

• To disrupt American trade

• To gain manpower for the Royal Navy

• To punish America for the Revolutionary War

What was the Embargo Act intended to do?

• Encourage foreign trade

• Forbid foreign commerce

• Increase military spending

• Expand American territory

How many American sailors were forcibly taken by the British between 1804 and 1810?

• 1,000

• 3,000

• 5,000

• 7,000

What was President James Madison's physical stature?

• Tall and muscular

• Short and slight

• Average height and build

• Tall and thin

What was the main issue that stirred the most outrage in Madison's call for war?

• Seizing American territories

• Violating the American flag

• Inciting Indian attacks

• Interfering with trade on the high seas

Which region in America was most opposed to the War of 1812?

• The South

• The West

• New England

• The Midwest

What ironic event occurred just before Congress voted to go to war?

• The British Navy retreated from American waters

• President Madison resigned

• America signed a peace treaty with France

• Great Britain revoked the law authorizing impressment