At One Point in Our Nation's History, Alcohol Was Classified

question 52

Multiple Choice

At one point in our nation's history, alcohol was classified as a __________ and outlawed.

• A) narcotic
• B) psychoactive drug
• C) gateway drug
• D) cultural drug

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Definitions:

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that controls bodily functions not consciously directed, such as breathing, the heartbeat, and digestive processes.

Metabolism

The complex set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms that allows organisms to grow, reproduce, maintain their structures, and respond to their environments.

Cortisol

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands, often released in response to stress and a key component in various bodily functions.

Thyroxine

A hormone produced by the thyroid gland, important for regulating metabolism, energy generation, and overall growth and development.