America 1920-1973Memory Aid

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Part of Prohibition — GCSE History

This memory aid covers Memory Aid within Prohibition for GCSE History. Revise Prohibition in America 1920-1973 for GCSE History with 10 exam-style questions and 14 flashcards. This is a high-frequency topic, so it is worth revising until the explanation feels precise and repeatable. It is section 10 of 12 in this topic. Use it for quick recall, then test yourself straight afterwards so the memory aid becomes usable in an answer.

Topic position

Section 10 of 12

Practice

10 questions

Recall

14 flashcards

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Practice Questions for Prohibition

Which Amendment to the US Constitution introduced Prohibition in January 1920?

A. 16th Amendment
B. 17th Amendment
C. 18th Amendment
D. 21st Amendment

1 markfoundation

Describe two features of organised crime during Prohibition in America.

4 marksstandard

Quick Recall Flashcards

What was "bootlegging"?

Making, smuggling, or selling illegal alcohol

What was a "speakeasy"?

A secret illegal bar — needed password to enter, bribed police to stay open

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