The War of 1812: A Grade 6 Exploration

The War of 1812: A Grade 6 Exploration

Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your knowledge. This worksheet will test your understanding of the War of 1812.

1. Which president was in office during the War of 1812?

2. A major cause of the War of 1812 was the impressment of American sailors by which country?

3. The War of 1812 is sometimes called the "Second American War of  ."

4. The national anthem of the United States, "The Star-Spangled Banner," was written during the War of 1812 after the bombardment of Fort  .

5. The British successfully captured and burned Washington D.C. during the War of 1812.

6. The Battle of New Orleans was fought after the Treaty of Ghent was signed, ending the War of 1812.

7. Name two major effects or outcomes of the War of 1812.