Checkpoint 10: War of 1812 Causes and Events

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How did the War of 1812 change the perception of the United States among European countries?

European countries now saw the U.S. as their ally.

European countries now saw the U.S. as weak and vulnerable.

European countries now saw the U.S. as a strong, permanent nation. (correct)

European countries now saw the U.S. as a mean bully with a bad temper.

What was the overall effect of the War of 1812 on U.S. citizens' pride in their nation?

Citizens were angry because they realized the U.S. was no match for powerful European nations.

Citizens were so tired of war they wanted the U.S. to go back to being ruled by Britain.

Citizens lost pride and confidence in the U.S., and patriotism dropped.

Citizens gained pride and confidence in the U.S., and patriotism soared. (correct)

Which statement best reflects the sentiment of U.S. citizens after the War of 1812?

They felt defeated by powerful European nations.

They experienced a significant increase in national pride. (correct)

They preferred British rule over independence.

They feared future conflicts with European powers.

Prior to the War of 1812, how did many European nations view the United States?

As a temporary experiment that would fail. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What misconception might some people have about the impact of the War of 1812 on U.S. relations with Europe?

It solidified the U.S.’s status as a respected nation. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which actions contributed to the start of the War of 1812? (Choose 2)

Great Britain captured American sailors and forced them to serve in the British navy. (A), Great Britain attacked the U.S. capital of Washington, D.C. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What character trait did Dolley Madison display when she heard that British soldiers were attacking the nation's capital?

bravery (C) Signup and view all the answers

What inspired Francis Scott Key to write the Star-Spangled Banner?

pride in seeing the U.S. flag still waving after a long battle (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT an action taken by Great Britain during the War of 1812?

Invading U.S. territories to annex them (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the significant results of the British siege of Washington, D.C.?

The burning of the Capitol building. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which action by the U.S. did NOT occur prior to the War of 1812?

Declaring war on Great Britain (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary reason Great Britain refused to trade with the United States during this period?

Competition for global trade routes. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did the British use as a strategy against American forces during the War of 1812?

Encouraging Native American uprisings in the West. (A), Building a strong naval blockade along U.S. shores. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which territory did Great Britain give to the newly formed United States as part of the treaty signed at the end of the Revolutionary War?

Northwest Territory (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of including democratic ideals in the Northwest Ordinance?

To encourage people to move to the Northwest Territory (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did the U.S.'s response to Britain's blockade during the War of 1812 affect the U.S. economy?

It helped the U.S. economy. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly describes the actions of the British soldiers who attacked Washington, D.C., in the War of 1812?

British soldiers burned the White House and the U.S. Capitol. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the British blockade have on U.S. shipping during the War of 1812?

It stopped the U.S. from exporting natural resources. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was a consequence of the War of 1812 for the United States?

Growth of U.S. manufacturing capabilities. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best explains why the U.S. aimed to expand westward after the War of 1812?

To acquire new resources and land for settlement. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did the Northwest Ordinance NOT establish for the newly acquired territories?

A military rule system for governance. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Causes of the War of 1812 (2 choices)

Actions taken by Great Britain that led to the War of 1812. Two correct choices.

British actions (contributing to the war)

Refusal to trade with the U.S., attacking the US capital, capturing American sailors and forcing service in the navy, giving weapons to American Indians to attack American settlements.

Dolley Madison's positive trait

Dolley Madison displayed bravery when the British attacked Washington, D.C. She saved national treasures.