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The Impact of Prohibition and Social Change in the 1920s

The 1920s were marked by Prohibition, which banned alcohol production and distribution in the U.S., leading to the rise of bootlegging and speakeasies. This era saw significant social changes, notably the clash between traditionalists supporting Prohibition and the younger generation advocating for personal freedoms. The booming economy, fueled by consumerism, offered new opportunities but also sparked tensions related to organized crime and cultural divides. As the nation grappled with these issues, the cultural landscape transformed dramatically, shaping American society for years to come.

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The Impact of Prohibition and Social Change in the 1920s

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  1. Do Now – Page 151 Copy down vocabulary • Bootleg- illegal liquor often hidden in boot • Speakeasies- illegal bars of 1920s • Moonshine- illegal liquor made in an unlicensed still (homemade) • Organized crime- organized groups conducting extensive and planned crime. a.k.a. “mob” “mafia” “gangsters”

  2. Prohibition • 18th Amendment ends production, sale, transportation, importation, and exportation of alcoholic beverages in U.S. • January 16, 1920 2 Points of View • For Prohibition: traditionalists, temperance movement, religious groups, many women • Against Prohibition: young generation, drinkers, local issue – not constitutional matter, alcohol tax helps economy

  3. Against Prohibition Largest seized moonshine still Anti prohibition protests

  4. For Prohibition

  5. Movie • As you watch the movie, answer the questions in each box.

  6. Consumerism and Prosperity in the 1920sPopcorn Reading!

  7. Processing- Page 151 (under your do now) In 5-7 sentences answer these three tasks: • Identify two changes to society and people’s lives during the 1920s. • Describe the the benefits of these changes. • Describe tensions or issues that result from these changes.

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