Question

An infographic titled The War of 1812 lists information about the causes, the first declaration, and the combatants’ preparedness for war.

Based on the information in the chart, why might Congress have been divided about declaring war on Britain?
(1 point)
Responses

Members of Congress did not believe the American military could compete with the British military.
Members of Congress did not believe the American military could compete with the British military.

The War Hawks had more supporters in the House of Representatives than in the Senate.
The War Hawks had more supporters in the House of Representatives than in the Senate.

Southern representatives were less concerned about British interference in American shipping.
Southern representatives were less concerned about British interference in American shipping.

Some representatives were not convinced that the rumors about the Native American attacks were true.

Answer 1

Members of Congress did not believe the American military could compete with the British military.

The chart shows the U.S. was poorly prepared (small army and navy) while Britain had a strong navy and experienced forces, so lawmakers worried the United States might lose.