In 1917, a Prohibition Amendment to the Constitution

question 52

Multiple Choice

In 1917, a Prohibition amendment to the Constitution:

• A) passed Congress, then went to the states for ratification
• B) was ratified by the states as the Eighteenth Amendment
• C) was overturned by the Twenty-first Amendment
• D) failed passage by Congress, but was ratified by the states anyway
• E) passed Congress but was vetoed by the president

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Definitions:

Mucous Membranes

The moist tissue linings of various body cavities, including the mouth, nose, throat, and reproductive tract, that protect against infection.

Mechanical Barriers

Physical or structural methods used to prevent or control the entry or exit of harmful substances or organisms in a particular area.

Skin

The body's largest organ, serving as a protective barrier between the inside of the body and the external environment.

Immunoglobulin

Proteins in the blood plasma, also known as antibodies, which are crucial for the immune system's response against pathogens.