By 1840, the temperance movement in the United States had:

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While the temperance movement did gain support from a variety of groups, it did not completely unite all Americans in a war against alcohol. Additionally, there was never a national prohibition law passed by Congress. However, the movement did have an impact on reducing alcohol consumption, particularly in the Northeastern United States, by encouraging individuals to abstain from alcohol or reduce their intake. Therefore, option D, which states that the temperance movement encouraged a substantial decrease in the consumption of alcohol, is the best choice.

By 1840, the Temperance Movement in the United States Had