Question

the temperance movement emerged due to concerns about men spending excessive money and time in bars, along with dancing and casual dating.

prohibition era and enforcement
the government enforced prohibition through measures such as:

• the 18th amendment (1919)- banned the purchase, production, and distribution of alcohol in the u.s.
• the volstead act (1919)- halted alcohol production and sales
• agents like eliot ness- ensured compliance with these laws

the repeal of prohibition
people found ways to consume alcohol despite government efforts. the 21st amendment was passed in 1933 and repealed the 18th amendment.

which group of society led the movement for the prohibition of alcohol in the united states?

men
immigrants
women

Explanation:

Women's groups, such as the Women's Christian Temperance Union, were key in leading the temperance - movement which led to alcohol prohibition in the U.S. due to concerns about the negative impacts of men's alcohol - related behavior on families.

Answer:

women