Which was one of the disputes that existed between the United States and Great Britain and contributed to the outbreak of the War of 1812?

Question

A.
Great Britain was threatening to take back land it had lost to the U.S. in the Revolutionary War.
B.
Great Britain was angry because the United States had been attacking British ships.
C.
Great Britain was helping the French attack American ships.
D.
Great Britain was blockading the American coast and was interfering with trade.

Answer 1

The correct answer is D. Great Britain was blockading the American coast and was interfering with trade.

This interference was a significant factor that contributed to the tensions between the United States and Great Britain leading up to the War of 1812. The British blockade and their restrictions on American trade were viewed as violations of American sovereignty and rights, ultimately leading to the outbreak of war.