| A | B |
| prohibition | the practice of making alcohol illegal |
| bootlegging | The illegal distribution of alcohol. |
| isolationism | The policy of the United States to become involved in world affairs only when necessary for self-defense. (adopted by the U.S. after World War 1) |
| stock market | money invested in a company’s product. |
| unemployment | being out of work |
| hyperinflation | Extremely rapid or out of control inflation. |
| armistice | a break in fighting; truce |
| treaty | any agreement or compact. |
| reparations | compensation for loss suffered during or as a result of war. |
| armaments | A military force equipped for war. |
| blockade | any obstruction of passage or progress |
| hobo/tramp | A person who makes a living by begging or doing odd jobs. |