Question

Which of these resulted from the prohibition of alcohol during the 1920s? a the rise of organized crime b a decline in immigration rates c the expansion of the consumer economy d a growing fear of communism?

Answer 1

The correct answer is A) the rise of organized crime.

What resulted from the prohibition of alcohol during the 1920s was the rise of organized crime.

Many problems of alcoholism, violence at home, and corruption made the United States Constitution ban the production, importation, and sale of alcohol in 1920. Under the constant pressure of religious groups and member of society, the federal government prohibited alcohol from 1920 to 1933. The Woman's Christian Temperance Union was one of the most active groups that demanded prohibition. However, this measure only served to give power to criminal organizations that rised as a result of the prohibition. In cities such as Chicago, major crime leaders controlled the sale and distribution of alcohol.

Answer 2

A. The rise of organized crime
You can rule out B and D right away because immigration was still high during this time and the Red Scare was most intense post WW2.