Why was Prohibition repealed?

Last updated: 15/11/2023
Contributor: Jonathan Gupwell
Why was Prohibition repealed?
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Depth/Period studies: 20th century America
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This resource presents a set of reasons for why Prohibition failed, in concise yet detailed cards. Students colour-code these into the suggested factors of:

  • Moral
  • Social
  • Economic
  • Political
  • Organised Crime

Students then produce a written response to an extended writing question as to the failure of Prohibition.

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