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Chapter 11
The War of 1812 Questions
Question | Answer |
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Why were Americans angry about impressment during the early 1800s? | It forced Americans to serve on British ships. |
What damage did the British soldiers do when they attacked Washington, D.C. in the War of 1812? | British soldiers burned the White House and Capitol, as well as many other buildings. |
What inspired Francis Scott Key to write the “Star-Spangled Banner”? | Pride in seeing the U.S. flag still waving after a long battle between the U.S. and Great Britain |
In what ways did the Battle of New Orleans impact Andrew Jackson? | It made Andrew Jackson a national hero and helped him build his reputation. |
How did the Battle of New Orleans make the Americans feel? | It made many Americans feel like they won the war even though it ended in a draw. |
What actions contributed to the start of the War of 1812? | Great Britain captured American sailors and forced them to serve in the British navy and they restricted trade with the United States. |