- 1. Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine, located in Baltimore, Maryland, is a site of immense historical significance and cultural heritage, famously known for its pivotal role in the War of 1812. This star-shaped fortification was completed in the early 1800s and designed to defend the harbor of Baltimore from British attacks. The fort is best known for the defense it provided during the Battle of Baltimore in September 1814, when British naval forces bombarded the fort for over 25 hours. Inspired by the sight of the American flag flying over the fort after the fierce battle, Francis Scott Key penned the poem that would later become the national anthem of the United States, 'The Star-Spangled Banner.' Today, Fort McHenry serves as a monument and a historic shrine, allowing visitors to explore its walls, learn about the history of the War of 1812 and the fort's role in shaping American identity. The site features a visitor center with exhibits, a majestic view of the flag that symbolizes resilience and patriotism, and reenactments that bring the history of this extraordinary fort to life, captivating the imagination of all who visit.
What year was Fort McHenry built?
A) 1812
B) 1776
C) 1801
D) 1798
- 2. Fort McHenry is located in which U.S. state?
A) Virginia
B) West Virginia
C) Pennsylvania
D) Maryland
- 3. Which war is Fort McHenry most famous for?
A) Revolutionary War
B) World War I
C) Civil War
D) War of 1812
- 4. Who wrote the lyrics to the national anthem?
A) John Philip Sousa
B) George M. Cohan
C) Walt Whitman
D) Francis Scott Key
- 5. What year did the Battle of Fort McHenry occur?
A) 1830
B) 1805
C) 1812
D) 1814
- 6. How long did the bombardment of Fort McHenry last?
A) 18 hours
B) 10 hours
C) 25 hours
D) 48 hours
- 7. When was Fort McHenry designated a national monument?
A) 1927
B) 1955
C) 1945
D) 1939
- 8. What military role did Fort McHenry serve?
A) Coastal defense
B) Artillery training
C) Prisoner of war camp
D) Naval warfare base
- 9. Which U.S. city is nearest to Fort McHenry?
A) Philadelphia
B) Baltimore
C) Richmond
D) Washington, D.C.
- 10. What was the primary purpose of Fort McHenry during the War of 1812?
A) Protect Baltimore harbor
B) Assist British forces
C) Serve as a refuge
D) Launch offensives
- 11. The Star-Spangled Banner flag measured how many feet long?
A) 15 feet
B) 50 feet
C) 20 feet
D) 30 feet
- 12. What is the main visitor center at Fort McHenry called?
A) Fort McHenry Visitor Center
B) Star-Spangled Center
C) National Park Center
D) Baltimore Harbor Center
- 13. Which government department manages Fort McHenry?
A) National Park Service
B) National Guard
C) Bureau of Land Management
D) U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- 14. What is the size of the Fort McHenry National Monument?
A) 43 acres
B) 100 acres
C) 15 acres
D) 65 acres
- 15. How many stars were on the Star-Spangled Banner flag during the battle?
A) 20 stars
B) 13 stars
C) 10 stars
D) 15 stars
- 16. Fort McHenry is a designated what?
A) National Monument and Historic Shrine
B) National Park
C) World Heritage Site
D) Nature Reserve
- 17. What national anthem was inspired by Fort McHenry?
A) America the Beautiful.
B) The Star-Spangled Banner.
C) Yankee Doodle.
D) My Country, 'Tis of Thee.
- 18. What shape is Fort McHenry designed to resemble?
A) A square.
B) A circle.
C) A triangle.
D) A star.
- 19. What year was the Star-Spangled Banner officially adopted as the national anthem?
A) 1903.
B) 1814.
C) 1931.
D) 1876.
- 20. What does the '13 stripes' on the flag represent?
A) Original colonies
B) Counties in Maryland
C) Stars in the sky
D) British ships
- 21. Who was the commandant during the Battle of Fort McHenry?
A) Lieutenant Colonel John Smith
B) Major George Armistead
C) General Andrew Jackson
D) Colonel William Beanes
- 22. What year was the Star-Spangled Flag made?
A) 1813
B) 1814
C) 1815
D) 1812
- 23. Was Fort McHenry involved in the Civil War?
A) No
B) Yes
C) It was abandoned
D) Only on the Union side
- 24. In which month is the annual Fort McHenry celebration held?
A) September
B) June
C) February
D) December
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