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What was the main activity that organized crime became involved in during Prohibition?
What was the main activity that organized crime became involved in during Prohibition?
What term was used for someone who illegally transported alcohol into other countries?
What term was used for someone who illegally transported alcohol into other countries?
Which Canadian legislation was introduced to control the sale of alcohol after Prohibition?
Which Canadian legislation was introduced to control the sale of alcohol after Prohibition?
What was a speakeasy during the Prohibition era?
What was a speakeasy during the Prohibition era?
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How much revenue did the Canadian government generate from alcohol in 2014?
How much revenue did the Canadian government generate from alcohol in 2014?
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What was the main impact of the Liquor Control Act on organized crime activities?
What was the main impact of the Liquor Control Act on organized crime activities?
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Which of the following best describes the role of a 'Rum Runner' during Prohibition?
Which of the following best describes the role of a 'Rum Runner' during Prohibition?
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What led to the rise of speakeasies during the Prohibition era?
What led to the rise of speakeasies during the Prohibition era?
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How did the rivalry among gang leaders like Al Capone affect society during Prohibition?
How did the rivalry among gang leaders like Al Capone affect society during Prohibition?
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Which slang term referred to a person of importance during the 1920s?
Which slang term referred to a person of importance during the 1920s?
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Study Notes
Prohibition and Organized Crime
- Prohibition fueled organized crime, specifically "bootlegging"
- Bootlegging involved making, selling, or transporting alcohol illegally
- Gangsters like Al Capone controlled bootlegging operations, often leading to violent clashes
- Al Capone was connected to the bootleg liquor trade in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan
- "Rum Runners" were those who illegally transported alcohol across borders
Speakeasies
- Many Canadians opposed Prohibition, leading to increased demand for illegal alcohol
- Citizens could obtain illegal alcohol from criminals at inflated prices
- Speakeasies emerged as hidden bars selling illegal alcohol
Aftermath of Prohibition
- The Liquor Control Act was introduced, establishing the LCBO (Liquor Control Board of Ontario) to regulate alcohol sales in Canada
- The government imposed taxes on alcohol sales
- Estimated alcohol revenue for 2014 was CA$10.4 billion
- Benefits included reduced illegal alcohol sales and criminal activity
- Government control extended to drinking locations, sales locations, and purchaser age limits
1920s Slang
- "Big Cheese," "Big Shot": Important person, the boss
- "Booze": Alcohol
- "Copper": Police officer
- "Dough": Money
- "Grilled": Questioned
- "Heebie-Jeebies": Unease, nervousness
- "Swanky": Elegant, fancy
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Test your knowledge on the era of Prohibition and the rise of organized crime in Canada. Explore the impact of bootlegging and the role of infamous gangsters like Al Capone. Discover how Canadians responded to Prohibition and the establishment of the Liquor Control Act.
