Using the infographic, identify why Congress may have been divided on declaring war on Britain.

Question

Select the two correct answers:

(2 points)
Responses

Britain refused to recognize America's independence
Britain refused to recognize America's independence

They relied on British shipping
They relied on British shipping

Congress didn't think that the British were really kidnapping sailors
Congress didn't think that the British were really kidnapping sailors

They didn't think the US military could compete with the British military
They didn't think the US military could compete with the British military

The War Hawks were in favor but did not make up all of Congress

Answer 1

The two correct answers regarding why Congress may have been divided on declaring war on Britain are:

1. They relied on British shipping.
2. The War Hawks were in favor but did not make up all of Congress.