About This Lesson
The question of Prohibition had gained strong momentum by the first decade of the 20th century. The issue was one of the most controversial in the history of the United States, rivaled only by slavery the century before. However, the level of Americans’ dedication to its enactment and the degree to which alcohol should be prohibited varied greatly among the population. In this lesson, students will role-play advocacy groups deliberating issues and policy options on the question of Prohibition.
