What was a primary motivation for the United States to declare war on Great Britain in 1812?

A desire to conquer all of the Canadian territories held by the British.

To defend its rights and national honor from British interference with trade and sailors.

To fulfill a secret military alliance that had been made with the French government under Napoleon.

To stop British forts from being built in Spanish Florida.

Why did many merchants in New England oppose declaring war on Great Britain in 1812?

They were loyalists who wanted to rejoin the British Empire.

They feared a British blockade would destroy their economy.

They believed the American army was too powerful and might threaten their liberty.

They wanted the nation to focus on fighting Native American tribes instead.

caused the British to reconsider the terms of the treaty and surrender Canada.

was the battle where Francis Scott Key wrote 'The Star-Spangled Banner.'

led to the immediate capture of the entire British army in North America.

greatly boosted American national pride and confidence.

America's trade relationship with Spain.

the U.S. claim to territories in the West.

American sovereignty and the freedom of its citizens.

the religious beliefs of the sailors being captured.

The invasion of Canada was far easier and more successful than anyone had predicted.

The war was won very quickly because of the superior size and training of the U.S. Army.

The conquest of Canada proved much harder than expected, resulting in several setbacks and failed invasions.

The U.S. Navy was completely defeated in the first year of the conflict and played no further role.