War of 1812: Key Events and Figures

War of 1812: Key Events and Figures

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History, Social Studies

8th - 12th Grade

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Sophia Harris

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In the early 19th century, Britain imposed trade restrictions during the Napoleonic Wars, leading to tensions with the US. The US responded by cutting trade with Britain and expanding westward, facing Native resistance supported by the British. The War of 1812 began, with early battles in Canada and the Great Lakes. The British blockaded the US, freeing many slaves. After Napoleon's defeat, Britain focused on the US, capturing Washington DC. Despite setbacks, the US defended key locations. Peace talks concluded in late 1814, but unaware, the British attacked New Orleans in 1815, where the US secured a final victory. The war ended with unchanged borders but boosted US national pride.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Britain's strategy to weaken France during the Napoleonic Wars?

Support French revolutionaries

Cut off supplies to France

Invade French territories

Form an alliance with the US

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the US take in response to Britain's trade restrictions?

Increased trade with neutral nations

Formed an alliance with Britain

Cut off trade with Britain

Declared war on France

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which Native American leader aligned with the British against American expansion?

Sitting Bull

Tecumseh

Geronimo

Crazy Horse

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the Battle of Lake Erie in 1813?

Native American victory

American victory

Stalemate

British victory

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event occurred in Washington DC during the British blockade?

The burning of the White House

The capture of New York

The Battle of New Orleans

The signing of a peace treaty

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which poem was inspired by the defense of Baltimore?

O Captain! My Captain!

The Star-Spangled Banner

The Road Not Taken

The Raven

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the British to consider peace talks by the end of 1814?

Victory in Europe

Economic strain from the blockade

Desire to expand into US territories

Support from Native American tribes

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