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Prohibition

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Definition

A law or regulation that forbids certain actions or behaviors.

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Practice Questions (10)

How was dual federalism demonstrated during Prohibition?
Why has there been enduring scrutiny over school-led prayers despite their prohibition since Engel v Vitale (1962)?
Which term refers to the prohibition of government-established religion, as per the First Amendment?
Which amendment was utilized during Prohibition and later repealed by another amendment?
How did the historical context of Prohibition influence the passage of the 21st Amendment, repealing it?
How might American society look differently today if Prohibition was never repealed by the Twenty-First Amendment?
How was selective incorporation impacted by societal unrest and crime rates during the era of Prohibition?
Which amendment represents a reaction to perceived abuses by federal law enforcement during prohibition?
Why did Prohibition lead to the passing of both amendments; Eighteenth (prohibiting alcohol) and Twenty-first (repealing it)?
What effect did Prohibition have on political structures regulating substances in America?

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