Part one of term paper
Reform movements play a crucial role in the development and shaping of a nation’s history. Between the Revolutionary War and 1850, numerous reform movements occurred in the United States, which have altered society and American ideals. Three reforms in particular have led to the evolution of American society. Prohibition, women’s right ...

Part two of term paper
... the building of railroads, and a sharp increase in the labor force. This new economy which was developing in America required strict schedules for the work force and was much more demanding of its employees. This was one of the reasons the temperance movement began. In 1810, a census concluded that 25 million gallons of spirits were being produced in America. At this time America was not only a hard-working society, but a hard drinking society as well (Tindall and Shi 545). Males were mostl ...