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How did the War of 1812 change the perception of the United States among European countries?
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?
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?
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?
Prior to the War of 1812, how did many European nations view the United States?
What misconception might some people have about the impact of the War of 1812 on U.S. relations with Europe?
What misconception might some people have about the impact of the War of 1812 on U.S. relations with Europe?
Which actions contributed to the start of the War of 1812? (Choose 2)
Which actions contributed to the start of the War of 1812? (Choose 2)
What character trait did Dolley Madison display when she heard that British soldiers were attacking the nation's capital?
What character trait did Dolley Madison display when she heard that British soldiers were attacking the nation's capital?
What inspired Francis Scott Key to write the Star-Spangled Banner?
What inspired Francis Scott Key to write the Star-Spangled Banner?
Which of the following was NOT an action taken by Great Britain during the War of 1812?
Which of the following was NOT an action taken by Great Britain during the War of 1812?
What was one of the significant results of the British siege of Washington, D.C.?
What was one of the significant results of the British siege of Washington, D.C.?
Which action by the U.S. did NOT occur prior to the War of 1812?
Which action by the U.S. did NOT occur prior to the War of 1812?
What was a primary reason Great Britain refused to trade with the United States during this period?
What was a primary reason Great Britain refused to trade with the United States during this period?
What did the British use as a strategy against American forces during the War of 1812?
What did the British use as a strategy against American forces during the War of 1812?
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?
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?
What was the purpose of including democratic ideals in the Northwest Ordinance?
What was the purpose of including democratic ideals in the Northwest Ordinance?
How did the U.S.'s response to Britain's blockade during the War of 1812 affect the U.S. economy?
How did the U.S.'s response to Britain's blockade during the War of 1812 affect the U.S. economy?
Which statement correctly describes the actions of the British soldiers who attacked Washington, D.C., in the War of 1812?
Which statement correctly describes the actions of the British soldiers who attacked Washington, D.C., in the War of 1812?
What impact did the British blockade have on U.S. shipping during the War of 1812?
What impact did the British blockade have on U.S. shipping during the War of 1812?
Which of the following was a consequence of the War of 1812 for the United States?
Which of the following was a consequence of the War of 1812 for the United States?
Which of the following best explains why the U.S. aimed to expand westward after the War of 1812?
Which of the following best explains why the U.S. aimed to expand westward after the War of 1812?
What did the Northwest Ordinance NOT establish for the newly acquired territories?
What did the Northwest Ordinance NOT establish for the newly acquired territories?
Flashcards
Causes of the War of 1812 (2 choices)
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)
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's positive trait
Dolley Madison displayed bravery when the British attacked Washington, D.C. She saved national treasures.
Inspiration for 'Star Spangled Banner'
Inspiration for 'Star Spangled Banner'
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War of 1812 Blockade
War of 1812 Blockade
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U.S. Response to Blockade
U.S. Response to Blockade
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British Actions in Washington D.C.
British Actions in Washington D.C.
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Northwest Ordinance Purpose
Northwest Ordinance Purpose
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Treaty's Territory Exchange
Treaty's Territory Exchange
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Effect on U.S. Economy of Blockade
Effect on U.S. Economy of Blockade
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Northwest Territory
Northwest Territory
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Territorial Outcome Revolutionary War
Territorial Outcome Revolutionary War
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War of 1812 impact on US citizens
War of 1812 impact on US citizens
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War of 1812 impact on Europe
War of 1812 impact on Europe
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British flag raising
British flag raising
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US-British conflict
US-British conflict
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War of 1812
War of 1812
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Study Notes
Checkpoint 10: Causes and Events of the War of 1812
- Great Britain ceded the Northwest Territory to the newly formed United States at the end of the Revolutionary War.
- The Northwest Ordinance included democratic ideals to encourage settlement.
- Britain's blockade during the War of 1812 prevented US exports to Europe, but also spurred US domestic manufacturing.
- This domestic manufacturing increased the US economy.
- Contributing factors to the War of 1812 included Britain refusing to trade with the US, Britain attacking & seizing US sailors, and arming Native Americans to attack US settlements.
- British forces burned the US Capitol and White House during the war.
- Dolley Madison displayed bravery when the British attacked Washington, D.C.
- The War of 1812 led European countries to view the United States as a stronger nation.
- The War of 1812 boosted US national pride and patriotism.
- Francis Scott Key wrote "The Star-Spangled Banner" after observing the British attack on Fort McHenry.
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