American Prohibition History
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What was one of the provisions of the 21st Amendment?

  • Legalization of alcohol transportation and use in all states without any restrictions
  • Repeal of the 19th Amendment
  • Imposition of higher taxes on alcohol
  • Ability for individual states to prohibit alcohol transportation and use (correct)

    • Why was the 18th Amendment largely considered a failure?

  • It led to a decrease in crime rates
  • It positively impacted the economy during the Great Depression
  • It caused high crime rates and low revenue (correct)
  • It resulted in an increase in tax revenue

    • What was a significant impact of repealing the 18th Amendment with the 21st Amendment?

  • High taxes on alcohol
  • Reduction in crime rates (correct)
  • Limitation on individual freedoms
  • Increase in illegal alcohol trade

    • How was the enforcement of the 18th Amendment perceived by many citizens?

    <p>Impractical and infringing personal freedoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which amendment repealed the 18th Amendment?

    <p>21st Amendment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did working-class men and families support the 21st Amendment?

    <p>To regain lost personal liberties and generate revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What would individual states have authority to do under the 21st Amendment?

    <p>Prohibit alcohol transportation and use within their state borders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the repeal of the 18th Amendment impact revenue generation during the Great Depression?

    <p>It helped generate a large portion of lost revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key provision of the 21st Amendment?

    <p>Allowing individual states to decide on liquor regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was the 18th Amendment considered impractical?

    <p>Many citizens sought ways to maintain their freedoms through illegal alcohol trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the unintended consequences of the 18th Amendment?

    <p>Increase in crime rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the 21st Amendment aim to address the illegal alcohol trade?

    <p>By repealing the 18th Amendment to eliminate prohibition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major impact did the 21st Amendment have on revenue during the Great Depression?

    <p>It generated a significant portion of lost revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did working-class men and families support the 21st Amendment?

    <p>To regain personal liberties and generate revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which amendment was directly repealed by the 21st Amendment?

    <p>18th Amendment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major reason for passing the 21st Amendment?

    <p>To combat the negative consequences of prohibition</p> Signup and view all the answers

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