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When someone mentions the War of 1812, what comes to mind? If you say “not much” — unfortunately, you are not alone.

A number of recent studies suggest that plenty of Americans fail the simplest of history tests. Fewer than half of all Americans can name the three branches of government, a recent study found.

How would you fare if you had to take a basic U.S. history test? Let’s find out now, shall we?