18th Amendment, 21st Amendment

Why was the 18th amendment created, and how did the 21st amendment change its effect on American society? This document and opinion analysis activity examines the background and impact of the 18th and 21st Amendments, the rise and fall of Prohibition, and its effects on American society. Students will analyze primary and secondary source documents, including newspaper headlines and firsthand accounts. They’ll then answer corresponding scaffolding questions. Finally, they will respond to a summary question to apply their knowledge of how Prohibition led to unintended consequences and why it was ultimately repealed.

Included in this resource:

Do Now - “Prohibition Ends at Last” primary source newspaper analysis with scaffolding questions
The Rise and Repeal of Prohibition reading passage with scaffolding graphic organizer questions
Comparing the 18th and 21st Amendments graphic organizer analysis
Primary Source Analysis: 18th amendment with scaffolding questions
Primary Source Analysis: 21st amendment with scaffolding questions
Application/Closing/Higher-Order Thinking Assessment: How did Prohibition impact American society, and why did the government decide to repeal it with the 21st amendment?
Answer key for teachers (suggested)

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