Prior to the 1980 elections, the United States were dealing
with several problems such as the energy crises, low economic growth, inflation
and the Iran Hostage Crises. The morale
of the people was low and their mood was suspicious. Reagan promised to uplift
the mood of the American public as well fix the economy. This enabled him to
win the elections.
European rule resulted in segregation for black people, and the division of the country with separate land being reserved for blacks and whites, which led to apartheid, a harsh system of racial segregation.
C: expand into and be able govern a majority of India and the surrounding territories
I believe the correct answer is A
Those against prohibition believed it hurt their culture and would take away rights.
Prohibition was opposed by many new immigrant groups where drinking was a part of their culture and their religion (especially Catholics). It was targeted at lower classes as well taking away the one leisure activity many of them could afford--going to the bar. Owners of alcohol industries argued it would hurt the economy taking away the tax on alcohol and the government didn't have the right to take away the drink.
