The American Temperance Union Lost Many Moderate Members in 1836

question 11

Multiple Choice

The American Temperance Union lost many moderate members in 1836 when it:

• A) allowed women to join
• B) called for abstinence from all alcoholic beverages
• C) allowed members to drink beer and wine
• D) began to push immigration reform as the only sure way to rid America of Demon Rum
• E) became too involved in politics

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