- 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) 1798
B) 1776
C) 1801
D) 1812
- 2. Fort McHenry is located in which U.S. state?
A) Virginia
B) Maryland
C) Pennsylvania
D) West Virginia
- 3. Which war is Fort McHenry most famous for?
A) War of 1812
B) World War I
C) Revolutionary War
D) Civil War
- 4. Who wrote the lyrics to the national anthem?
A) Francis Scott Key
B) John Philip Sousa
C) George M. Cohan
D) Walt Whitman
- 5. What year did the Battle of Fort McHenry occur?
A) 1812
B) 1814
C) 1805
D) 1830
- 6. How long did the bombardment of Fort McHenry last?
A) 10 hours
B) 48 hours
C) 25 hours
D) 18 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) Prisoner of war camp
C) Naval warfare base
D) Artillery training
- 9. Which U.S. city is nearest to Fort McHenry?
A) Richmond
B) Baltimore
C) Philadelphia
D) Washington, D.C.
- 10. What shape is Fort McHenry designed to resemble?
A) A square.
B) A star.
C) A triangle.
D) A circle.
- 11. What does the '13 stripes' on the flag represent?
A) Counties in Maryland
B) Original colonies
C) Stars in the sky
D) British ships
- 12. Who was the commandant during the Battle of Fort McHenry?
A) General Andrew Jackson
B) Colonel William Beanes
C) Lieutenant Colonel John Smith
D) Major George Armistead
- 13. What is the main visitor center at Fort McHenry called?
A) Baltimore Harbor Center
B) Star-Spangled Center
C) Fort McHenry Visitor Center
D) National Park Center
- 14. What year was the Star-Spangled Flag made?
A) 1812
B) 1813
C) 1815
D) 1814
- 15. What year was the Star-Spangled Banner officially adopted as the national anthem?
A) 1903.
B) 1931.
C) 1876.
D) 1814.
- 16. How many stars were on the Star-Spangled Banner flag during the battle?
A) 13 stars
B) 10 stars
C) 20 stars
D) 15 stars
- 17. Was Fort McHenry involved in the Civil War?
A) It was abandoned
B) Only on the Union side
C) No
D) Yes
- 18. In which month is the annual Fort McHenry celebration held?
A) September
B) February
C) June
D) December
- 19. The Star-Spangled Banner flag measured how many feet long?
A) 20 feet
B) 50 feet
C) 15 feet
D) 30 feet
- 20. What is the size of the Fort McHenry National Monument?
A) 15 acres
B) 65 acres
C) 100 acres
D) 43 acres
- 21. Fort McHenry is a designated what?
A) National Monument and Historic Shrine
B) World Heritage Site
C) Nature Reserve
D) National Park
- 22. What national anthem was inspired by Fort McHenry?
A) My Country, 'Tis of Thee.
B) Yankee Doodle.
C) America the Beautiful.
D) The Star-Spangled Banner.
- 23. What was the primary purpose of Fort McHenry during the War of 1812?
A) Protect Baltimore harbor
B) Launch offensives
C) Assist British forces
D) Serve as a refuge
- 24. Which government department manages Fort McHenry?
A) Bureau of Land Management
B) U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
C) National Guard
D) National Park Service
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