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Prohibition in American History

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What was the main reason behind the strong support of working-class men and families for the 21st Amendment?

They wanted to regain their personal liberties lost during the Great Depression

What was the main provision of the 21st Amendment?

It allowed the transportation and use of liquor in any state

What was the main reason for the failure of the 18th Amendment?

It was impractical to enforce

What was a consequence of the prohibition era?

High crime rates

What was a benefit of the 21st Amendment?

It reduced the illegal trade of alcohol

When was the 21st Amendment passed?

December 5, 1933

What was the impact of the 21st Amendment on revenue?

It generated a large portion of revenue

What was the main objective of the 21st Amendment?

To allow the transportation and use of liquor in any state

What was the impact of the 18th Amendment on personal liberties?

It restricted personal liberties

Why did many citizens engage in the illegal trade of alcohol?

To regain their personal liberties

What was the primary goal of the working-class men and families who supported the 21st Amendment?

To regain personal liberties lost during the Prohibition era

What was the result of the 18th Amendment's failure to enforce and maintain?

The growth of the illegal trade of alcohol

What was the significance of the 21st Amendment's provision allowing individual states to prohibit liquor?

It gave states the power to regulate the sale of liquor

What was the consequence of the 18th Amendment's high taxes and low revenue?

The rise of the Great Depression

What was the effect of the 21st Amendment on the illegal trade of alcohol?

It reduced the illegal trade of alcohol

What was the primary reason for the 21st Amendment's repeal of the 18th Amendment?

To regain personal liberties lost during the Prohibition era

What was the consequence of the 18th Amendment's implementation?

The loss of personal liberties and high crime rates

What was the significance of the 21st Amendment's provision allowing the transportation and use of liquor?

It generated a large portion of revenue lost during prohibition

What was the main reason for the strong support of the 21st Amendment by working-class men and families?

They wanted to regain personal liberties lost during the Prohibition era

What was the outcome of the 21st Amendment's repeal of the 18th Amendment?

The reduction of crime rates and generation of revenue

Test your knowledge about the Prohibition era in the United States, including when it started, what it prohibited, and the movements behind it.

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