- 1. U.S. Prohibition, formally known as the Noble Experiment, was a nationwide constitutional ban on the production, importation, transportation, and sale of alcoholic beverages in the United States, lasting from 1920 to 1933. This era was marked by the passage of the 18th Amendment and the Volstead Act, which defined intoxicating liquors and outlined the enforcement of the ban. Prohibition was largely driven by the temperance movement, which aimed to promote a healthier and more moral society by eliminating alcohol consumption, associating it with crime, poverty, and social degradation. However, instead of eradicating these issues, Prohibition led to a surge in organized crime, as illicit operations known as speakeasies flourished and criminal syndicates took control of the illegal alcohol trade. The enforcement of Prohibition proved to be challenging for law enforcement and gave rise to a culture of defiance among the general public, as drinking continued in secret bars and underground establishments. The social and economic ramifications of Prohibition sparked widespread disillusionment, leading to its eventual repeal with the 21st Amendment in 1933, making it a pivotal chapter in American history that reflects the complexities of legislating morality and the unintended consequences of such well-intentioned policies.
When did the U.S. Prohibition period begin?
A) 1930
B) 1940
C) 1920
D) 1910
- 2. What amendment to the U.S. Constitution introduced Prohibition?
A) 22nd Amendment
B) 18th Amendment
C) 14th Amendment
D) 19th Amendment
- 3. Which criminal figure gained prominence during Prohibition by smuggling and distributing alcohol?
A) John Dillinger
B) Lucky Luciano
C) Bonnie and Clyde
D) Al Capone
- 4. Which president was in office when Prohibition ended?
A) Woodrow Wilson
B) Franklin D. Roosevelt
C) Calvin Coolidge
D) Herbert Hoover
- 5. What was the first state to ratify the 18th Amendment, setting the stage for Prohibition?
A) Ohio
B) New York
C) California
D) Mississippi
- 6. Which city was known as a major hub for bootlegging during Prohibition?
A) New York City
B) Los Angeles
C) Chicago
D) Miami
- 7. The 18th Amendment was repealed by which amendment?
A) 22nd Amendment
B) 21st Amendment
C) 20th Amendment
D) 23rd Amendment
- 8. During Prohibition, who was known for popularizing cocktails and creating numerous mixed drinks?
A) Alfred Hitchcock
B) Charlie Chaplin
C) Ernest Hemingway
D) Harry Craddock
- 9. Which derogatory term was used to refer to those who illegally sold alcohol during Prohibition?
A) Brewmasters
B) Moonshiners
C) Bootleggers
D) Smugglers
- 10. What was the nickname for alcohol produced illegally in home stills during Prohibition?
A) Hooch
B) White Lightning
C) Bathtub Gin
D) Moonshine
- 11. Which constitutional amendment granted women the right to vote at the same time as Prohibition was enacted?
A) 20th Amendment
B) 16th Amendment
C) 19th Amendment
D) 21st Amendment
- 12. What was the name of the federal agency responsible for enforcing Prohibition laws?
A) Volstead Task Force
B) Alcohol Compliance Division
C) Bureau of Prohibition
D) Temperance Enforcement Bureau
- 13. What was the penalty for violating Prohibition laws?
A) Probation
B) Fines and Imprisonment
C) Community Service
D) License Suspension
- 14. What was the term for a supplier of illegal alcohol during Prohibition?
A) Bootlegger
B) Scofflaw
C) Contrabandist
D) Moonshine Runner
- 15. Which organization saw a significant decrease in membership after Prohibition ended due to the achievement of its main goal?
A) Anti-Saloon League
B) Boy Scouts of America
C) National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
D) American Red Cross
- 16. What was the key legal document that defined what constituted an intoxicating beverage during Prohibition?
A) Champagne Clause
B) Volstead Act
C) Bootleggers' Accord
D) Rum Row Regulations
- 17. Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution abolished slavery and was in effect during Prohibition?
A) 13th Amendment
B) 24th Amendment
C) 17th Amendment
D) 15th Amendment
- 18. Which musical genre gained popularity in speakeasies during Prohibition?
A) Country
B) Rock and Roll
C) Jazz
D) Classical
- 19. What illegal establishments that sold alcohol were popular during Prohibition?
A) Speakeasies
B) Dance Halls
C) Salons
D) Cafeterias
- 20. What term was used to describe the illegal production and distribution of alcohol during Prohibition?
A) Counterfeiting
B) Smuggling
C) Fencing
D) Bootlegging
- 21. Which city became known as a haven for speakeasies during Prohibition?
A) Los Angeles
B) New York City
C) Chicago
D) Miami
- 22. Who was the President of the United States during the early years of Prohibition?
A) Franklin D. Roosevelt
B) Warren G. Harding
C) Woodrow Wilson
D) Calvin Coolidge
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