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The American War of 1812

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Introduction:
"The War of 1812 between the United States of America and Great Britain lasted over 2 years and saw approximately 30,000 casualties, yet little is generally remembered of this significant historical event in either country."


1. What was the cause of the War?
    British trade restrictions against France and impressment of seamen serving on US vessels.
    The US desire to remove the power of the native American tribes.
    The US goal of teritorrial expansion in Canada and Florida.
    All of these.


2. How did the war start?
    Britain declared war on the US and conducted a series of raids across the Canadian border.
    Britain declared war on the US and attacked Detroit.
    The US declared war on Britain and invaded Canada.
    The US declared war on Britain and fortified the Canadian border against British attack.


3. The Battle of Stoney Creek is regarded as the turning point of the War in Upper Canada. What was the outcome?
    A British and Indian victory ended the American conquest of Upper Canada.
    US troops routed the British and advanced into Canada forcing a ceasfire.
    Heavy losses led Britain to surrender Upper Canada to the USA.
    Outflanked, British forces had to withdraw to protect Montreal.


4. The New England states opposed the War and continued to trade with Britain during the conflict.
    True
    False


5. According to the US Navy, which naval duel of 1 June 1813, "... provided another of the War of 1812's many convincing examples of the vital importance of superior training and discipline in combat on sea and land."?
    USS Constitution's defeat of HMS Guerriere.
    USS Constitution's defeat of HMS Java.
    USS United States' defeat of HMS Macedonian.
    HMS Shannon's defeat of USS Chesapeake.


6. What was the only large territory captured AND held by either side at the conclusion of the war?
    Upper Canada (now Southern Ontario) by the US.
    Eastern Maine by the British.
    New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island by the US.
    Northern Michigan by the British.


7. British forces captured Washington DC causing the US government to flee the capital.
    True
    False


8. During the Battle of Baltimore, Francis Scott Key wrote 'The Star Spangled Banner' which President Madison adopted at the US National Anthem.
    True
    False


9. What was the final battle fought in the War?
    The US victory at the Battle of New Orleans.
    The British victory at the Battle of Fort Bowyer.
    The US defence of Baltimore.
    The British defeat at the Battle of Plattsburgh.


10. What was the outcome of the War?
    The War ended in a stalemate.
    The US were victorious.
    Both sides returned to the pre-war status quo.
    The British were victorious.


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