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What was the War of 1812?

  1. A battle between Canada and the United States that lasted about two and a half years

  2. A civil war in British North America

  3. A conflict between France and England on Canadian soil

  4. A series of battles against Native American tribes

The correct answer is: A battle between Canada and the United States that lasted about two and a half years

The War of 1812 was a significant event in American history that occurred between the United States and Great Britain. Option B is incorrect because the war was not a civil war, but a conflict between two nations. Option C is also incorrect because the war was not between France and England, but rather between the United States and Great Britain. Option D is incorrect because the war was not fought against Native American tribes, although they did play a role in some of the battles. Therefore, the correct answer is A, as it accurately describes the war as being between the United States and Great Britain and the length of the war.