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Which country signed the Treaty of Ghent in 1814?
Which country signed the Treaty of Ghent in 1814?
- France
- Great Britain (correct)
- Canada
- United States
What were the reasons behind the United States declaring war against Great Britain in 1812?
What were the reasons behind the United States declaring war against Great Britain in 1812?
- British economic blockade of France
- British support of hostile Indian tribes
- Impressment of American seamen
- All of the above (correct)
What did the War Hawks in the U.S. Congress hope to achieve through the war with Britain?
What did the War Hawks in the U.S. Congress hope to achieve through the war with Britain?
- Territorial gains in Florida
- Economic benefits from trade with Britain
- Territorial gains in Canada (correct)
- Peaceful resolution of conflicts
Which region saw American forces winning several key victories in 1813 during the War of 1812?
Which region saw American forces winning several key victories in 1813 during the War of 1812?
What did British troops do in retaliation for the earlier burning of government buildings in Canada by the U.S.?
What did British troops do in retaliation for the earlier burning of government buildings in Canada by the U.S.?
Who was inspired to write the 'Star-Spangled Banner' after the British bombardment of Fort McHenry?
Who was inspired to write the 'Star-Spangled Banner' after the British bombardment of Fort McHenry?
Which battle marked a turning point in the War of 1812 when American naval force won a decisive victory?
Which battle marked a turning point in the War of 1812 when American naval force won a decisive victory?
What treaty was signed on December 24, 1814, ending the War of 1812?
What treaty was signed on December 24, 1814, ending the War of 1812?
What two key issues were not addressed in the Treaty of Ghent?
What two key issues were not addressed in the Treaty of Ghent?
Which battle took place after the Treaty of Ghent was signed, resulting in a spectacular U.S. victory?
Which battle took place after the Treaty of Ghent was signed, resulting in a spectacular U.S. victory?
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