America in 1812
What does Blockaded mean?
stopped people or supplies from coming into or going out of a country
Example: The British blockaded the port so that trading ships could not reach American merchants.
What does Citizens mean?
people who belong to a country either because they were born there or because they were declared members of that country by law, and who are given certain rights by that country
Example: Joey's aunt and uncle became citizens of the United States.
What does Assumptions mean?
things that are believed to be true or probably true, but that are not known to be true
Example: Our assumptions were based on our previous experience.
What does Canvas mean?
a special piece of material on which artists paint Example: The artist spent hours painting the canvas.
What does Confident mean?
believing you can do something
Example: The team ran on the field, confident that they could win the game.
What does Represent mean?
to speak for or take action in place of someone else
Example: Two senators are elected to represent each of the fifty states.
What does Govern mean?
to rule over or be responsible for making decisions for a nation Example: As the first president of the United States, George Washington was chosen to help govern the nation.
What does Economy mean?
the system in which people buy, sell, or trade items or their services
Example: The economy depends on whether the merchants can purchase the supplies they need.
What does Delicate mean?
easily broken or damaged
Example: The teacup is very delicate, so handle it carefully.
What does Fort mean?
A strong building used to protect soldiers
What does Seize mean?
to use official power to take something
Example: Julius Caesar was a Roman general who wanted to seize control of the Roman government.
What does Looming AND Magnificent mean?
threatening to happen; hinting that something bad or negative is going to happen
Example: The dark clouds meant that a thunderstorm was looming.
great, beautiful, or impressive
Example: The king and queen lived in a magnificent palace.
What does Launch AND Surrender mean?
to begin
Example: The British were planning to launch an attack.
To give up or stop fighting and allow the other side to win Example: The soldiers had to surrender when they knew they couldn't win.
What does Perched mean?
sat on top of something, especially on a place from which it is easy to fall
Example: The bird was perched on one of the highest branches in the tree.
What does Inspired AND Port mean?
caused someone to do or think something. especially something creative
Example: Daniel was inspired by the president's speech.
a place on the coast that has a harbor in which ships can dock Example: The ship's horn sounded loudly as it moved out of the port.
What does Trade mean?
the business of buying and selling goods
Example: Long ago, colonial farmers depended on trade with others in the town square to get the things they needed.
What does Topics mean?
the main subjects of a discussion, paper, or project
Example: The teacher explained that the Read-Aloud topics were "Seasons and Weather" and "Astronomy."
What does Vulnerable mean?
exposed to danger or harm
Example: The kitten felt vulnerable so she climbed a tree to get away from the barking dog.
What does Quench mean?
To put something out, or to lessen or reduce it
Example: The cool water helped quench my thirst on the hot summer day.
What does Withdrew mean?
moved away or backed off from a place
Example: The king said good night to his guests and withdrew from the banquet hall.
Why do you think the United States wanted to have a good relationship with Britain and France?
(Answers may vary but could include that as a young nation, with a small army and navy, they did not want to go to war. They also wanted to trade with both Britain and France.)
What role did Dolley Madison play in the United States in 1812?
What effect did the end of the Napoleonic Wars have on the War of 1812?
(It allowed the British to shift all their attention to fighting with the United States.)
Why did the British want to attack Washington, D.C.?
(The British thought that the United States might consider surrendering if they attacked the capital.)
What was the outcome of the Battle of Baltimore?
(The British failed to take the city, so the United States won the battle.)