Chapter 7 - Lecture Summary

Question 1

William III

Answer 1

Imposed tariffs on French brandy, promoted British gin production.

Question 2

Bacardi Family

Answer 2

Cuban rum producers displaced by the revolution, later globalized rum production.

Question 3

Gin Craze

Answer 3

Period in England when gin became widely abused due to low cost and easy access.

Question 4

Gin Act of 1751

Answer 4

Introduced to control gin production and reduce public drunkenness.

Question 5

Rum Triangle

Answer 5

Trade involving sugar plantations, slaves, and rum in the colonial Caribbean.

Question 6

Spread of gin in England

Answer 6

Resulted in public health crises and regulatory backlash.

Question 7

1898 Canadian Prohibition Referendum

Answer 7

Revealed divisions over alcohol regulation.

Question 8

1920–1933 U.S. Prohibition

Answer 8

Negative economic impacts and rise of organized crime.