Praxis II Early Education Content Knowledge

Answer: A - An unintended result of the passing of the Volstead Act in 1919 was a rise in organized crime. The Volstead Act, also known as the National Prohibition Act, was used as legislation for the 18^th Amendment, which made it illegal to produce, sell, and transport intoxicating liquors. Criminals took advantage of the opportunity to make money off of the illegal distribution of alcohol, since the demand was still present.