prohibition Flashcards
(15 cards)
What was the main purpose of Prohibition in the United States?
To reduce crime and corruption, improve health, and boost the economy by banning the sale and consumption of alcohol.
What year did Prohibition officially begin in the United States?
1920
Who was the infamous gangster associated with organized crime during Prohibition?
Al Capone
True or False: Prohibition led to a decrease in organized crime.
False
Fill in the blank: The 18th Amendment established __________ in the United States.
Prohibition
What was the name of the act that enforced Prohibition?
The Volstead Act
Which social movement was a major supporter of Prohibition?
The temperance movement
What was one of the unintended consequences of Prohibition?
A significant rise in illegal speakeasies and bootlegging.
Multiple choice: Which of the following was a common drink during Prohibition? A) Beer B) Moonshine C) Wine
B) Moonshine
What did Al Capone famously become known for during Prohibition?
Leading a vast network of illegal alcohol distribution and organized crime.
How did Prohibition affect the economy?
It initially hurt the economy but later led to the growth of illegal businesses and crime syndicates.
True or False: Prohibition was repealed by the 21st Amendment.
True
What year was Prohibition repealed?
1933
Fill in the blank: Al Capone was eventually convicted for __________, not for his bootlegging activities.
tax evasion
What was a speakeasy?
An illegal bar or club that sold alcoholic beverages during Prohibition.
