Prohibition and Al Capone

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Questions and Answers

During Prohibition, which of the following was illegal in the United States?

Using hard drugs
Smoking cigarettes
None of the above
Drinking beer in a bar (correct)

Who was the most famous gangster during Prohibition?

Al Capone (correct)
Big Bill Thompson
The bosses of the breweries and distilleries
The Untouchables

Why was Al Capone sent to prison?

For not paying taxes (correct)
For killing people
For bribing politicians
For selling illegal alcohol

What was the impact of Prohibition on the alcohol industry in the United States?

The industry had to stop officially, but it continued to prosper unofficially under the control of criminals, particularly the Mafia. Signup and view all the answers

What was Al Capone's role in the criminal activities during Prohibition?

He was the most powerful gangster who controlled a vast empire of crime and was able to buy police and politicians, making him 'untouchable' for a long time. Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason for Al Capone's imprisonment?

He was sent to prison for not paying taxes, as he was too clever to be incriminated for his other criminal activities. Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the jobs that cowboys have to do on a daily basis?

marking cattle, moving cattle, vaccinating cattle, inspecting fences and barriers Signup and view all the answers

Why do cowboys carry guns?

to kill injured animals or for protection against dangerous wild animals such as rattlesnakes Signup and view all the answers

What is a dude ranch and what do they offer?

A dude ranch is a place where anyone can become a cowboy for a week or more for a fee. Dude ranches offer holiday experiences for people who want to be part-time cowboys. Signup and view all the answers