By 1840, the temperance movement in the United States had:

a. virtually disappeared.
b. made no measurable impact on Americans’ drinking habits.
c. convinced Congress to pass a national prohibition law.
d. united Americans of all classes and religions in a “war” against alcohol.
e. encouraged a substantial decrease in the consumption of alcohol.


Ans: e. encouraged a substantial decrease in the consumption of alcohol.

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