Communism And The Red Scare Of The 1950's
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Communism is
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A form of government in which all property is shared and social classes are nonexistent.
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A form of government that mixes religion and politics.
- C.
A way of life in the United States in the 1950's.
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The reason why the United States and Germany fought in WWII.
Correct Answer
A. A form of government in which all property is shared and social classes are nonexistent.Explanation
Communism is a form of government in which all property is shared and social classes are nonexistent. This means that there is no private ownership of property and all resources and means of production are owned collectively by the people. In a communist society, everyone is considered equal and there are no social classes based on wealth or status. The goal of communism is to create a classless society where wealth and resources are distributed equally among all members.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The tension and rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union was known as
- A.
Communism
- B.
The Cold War
- C.
The Cold Freeze
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McCarthyism
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B. The Cold WarExplanation
The tension and rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union during the mid-20th century is commonly referred to as the Cold War. This term accurately describes the political, economic, and ideological struggle between the two superpowers, as they competed for influence and power without engaging in direct military conflict. The Cold War was characterized by the arms race, propaganda, proxy wars, and the division of the world into two opposing camps, with the United States leading the capitalist bloc and the Soviet Union leading the communist bloc.Rate this question:
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In the 1950's, being blacklisted meant all of the following except to
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Be fired from your job and banned from your town.
- B.
Be suspected of anti-American activities and possibly fired and/or jailed.
- C.
Be put on a list that included all of America's top wanted Commies.
- D.
Be labeled a threat to America and shunned upon by neighbors, friends, and/or co-workers.
Correct Answer
A. Be fired from your job and banned from your town.Explanation
During the 1950s, being blacklisted referred to being suspected of anti-American activities and possibly facing consequences such as being fired, jailed, labeled a threat to America, and shunned by neighbors, friends, and/or co-workers. However, it did not necessarily entail being fired from one's job and banned from one's town. This answer choice is the exception among the given options.Rate this question:
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What was the purpose of anti-Communist propaganda?
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To influence Americans into joining Communist groups that originated in the US.
- B.
To inform Americans of potential anti-Communist activities in the US.
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To persuade Americans to be on the look for any Communist behavior or activities.
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To provide Americans with ways to showcase their hatred towards Communism.
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C. To persuade Americans to be on the look for any Communist behavior or activities.Explanation
The purpose of anti-Communist propaganda was to persuade Americans to be vigilant and watch out for any Communist behavior or activities. This type of propaganda aimed to create a sense of fear and suspicion towards Communism, encouraging individuals to report any suspected Communist activities to authorities. By promoting this mindset, the goal was to strengthen anti-Communist sentiment and prevent the spread of Communist ideology within the United States.Rate this question:
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Senator Joseph McCarthy claimed to have
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A list of 205 government employees who were secretly Communists.
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Signed confessions of all Americans who were involved in Communist activities.
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Letters from government employees to Soviet spies.
- D.
A way to end Communist activities in the US.
Correct Answer
A. A list of 205 government employees who were secretly Communists.Explanation
Senator Joseph McCarthy claimed to have a list of 205 government employees who were secretly Communists. This claim was made during the time of the Red Scare in the United States, when there was widespread fear and paranoia about the influence of communism. McCarthy used this claim to fuel anti-communist sentiment and to accuse individuals of being disloyal to the country. However, it is important to note that McCarthy's claims were largely unsubstantiated and many innocent people were wrongly accused and had their lives ruined as a result.Rate this question:
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The United States attempted to combat Communist activities by establishing
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HUAC and the Alien Registration Act
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The Alien Registration Act and the Cuban Missile Crisis
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The Alien Registration Act and the Blacklisting Act of 1954
- D.
HUAC, the Alien Registration Act, and the Blacklisting Act of 1954
Correct Answer
A. HUAC and the Alien Registration ActExplanation
The correct answer is HUAC and the Alien Registration Act. HUAC, or the House Un-American Activities Committee, was established in 1938 to investigate alleged Communist activities in the United States. The Alien Registration Act, also known as the Smith Act, was passed in 1940 and required all non-citizen residents to register with the government and made it illegal to advocate for the overthrow of the U.S. government. Both of these measures were part of the U.S. government's efforts to combat Communist activities during the Cold War.Rate this question:
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Edward Murrow, a CBS correspondent, was most famous for
- A.
Reading the list McCarthy claimed to have on live television.
- B.
Challenging McCarthy's claims during a live broadcast.
- C.
Challenging the Soviet Union's Communist government.
- D.
Confessing in front of a million viewers that he, in fact, was a Communist.
Correct Answer
B. Challenging McCarthy's claims during a live broadcast.Explanation
Edward Murrow, a CBS correspondent, was most famous for challenging McCarthy's claims during a live broadcast. This refers to the significant role that Murrow played in exposing the tactics and falsehoods of Senator Joseph McCarthy during the Red Scare in the 1950s. Murrow's broadcasts on his show "See It Now" were instrumental in bringing public awareness to the dangers of McCarthyism and the need to protect civil liberties. His courageous stance against McCarthy's witch hunts and his commitment to journalistic integrity made him a prominent figure in American history.Rate this question:
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- 8.
All of the following famous people were blacklisted except
- A.
Charlie Chaplin
- B.
Arthur Miller
- C.
Marilyn Monroe
- D.
Orson Welles
Correct Answer
C. Marilyn MonroeExplanation
The question is asking which of the famous people listed were not blacklisted. Blacklisting refers to the practice of excluding or boycotting individuals or groups based on their political beliefs or associations. Charlie Chaplin, Arthur Miller, and Orson Welles were all blacklisted during the McCarthy era in the United States due to their alleged communist sympathies. However, Marilyn Monroe was not blacklisted. She was known for her association with powerful men in Hollywood and her struggles with mental health, but she was not targeted by the anti-communist witch hunts of the time.Rate this question:
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