B they were strengthen by their own country<span />
This is true.
The process described in the statement is known as urbanization. Urbanization discusses how individuals moved from the countryside to the cities for economic opportunities. These economic opportunities were made possible by the inventions developed during the Industrial Revolution. Inventions like interchangeable parts allowed for companies to mass produce goods for the American public.
The correct answer is A) Respect for the law decreased.
The outlawing of alcohol was supposed to result in America having less crime and violence. However, the actual effect was almost the direct opposite. For example, during this era millions of Americans continued to drink alcohol illegal. Many citizens lost respect for the law and continued to drink alcohol illegally thanks to the development of speakeasies (underground bars that served alcohol).
It is important because if you dont compromise it could lead to bad things.