AP US History: The Red Scare and McCarthyism

What was the primary goal of the Taft-Hartley Act of 1947?

• To decrease federal government power

• To support communist party members

• To increase the power of labor unions

• To require loyalty oaths from union leaders

What was the purpose of the federal employee loyalty and security program?

• To promote federal employees

• To investigate political affiliations of federal workers

• To decrease security measures in the government

• To support fascist ideologies

Which industry was notably targeted by the House Un-American Activities Committee?

• Automotive industry

• Agricultural sector

• Film industry

• Telecommunications

What was the consequence for the Hollywood Ten refusing to testify?

• They were promoted

• They received awards

• They were financially compensated

• They were blacklisted

How did the Red Scare affect Hollywood?

• Encouraged new genres of film

• Boosted international film sales

• Directors faced work restrictions

• Increased movie production

What claim did Senator Joseph McCarthy make in 1950?

• He was resigning from the Senate

• He supported communist ideologies

• He promoted peace with the Soviet Union

• He had names of known communists in the State Department

What was the outcome of McCarthy's inability to prove his claims?

• He was promoted

• He was censured by the Senate

• He became President

• He was praised by the public

What was the public reaction to McCarthy's claims about communists in the government?

• Indifference

• Support for communism increased

• Widespread fear and suspicion

• Celebration of transparency

What led to the suspicion and subsequent execution of the Rosenbergs?

• Their espionage activities

• Their political campaigns

• Their wealth accumulation

• Their public speeches

What was a significant effect of the Red Scare on American society?

• Decrease in Cold War tensions

• Increased trust in government

• Suppression of labor unions

• Strengthening of the film industry