Understanding McCarthyism

What was the main focus of McCarthyism in the 1950s?

• To promote democratic freedoms

• To expose suspected communists

• To encourage artistic expression

• To support the Soviet Union

What role did the Communist Party play in the United States during the 1930s and 1940s?

• It was a major political party

• It had no influence on American politics

• It supported the Soviet Union and progressive movements

• It was banned by the government

How did the FBI contribute to the McCarthyism era?

• By hunting down supposed communists

• By promoting civil rights

• By ignoring political repression

• By supporting communist activities

What was a common consequence for those accused during McCarthyism?

• They were promoted in their jobs

• They received government awards

• They were jailed or blacklisted

• They were ignored by society

Which committee was involved in investigating suspected communists?

• The Senate Finance Committee

• The House Un-American Activities Committee

• The Education and Labor Committee

• The Foreign Relations Committee

What was Joseph McCarthy known for during the anti-communist campaign?

• Supporting civil rights

• Flaunting lists of alleged communists

• Promoting peace talks

• Encouraging artistic freedom

What event led to the decline of McCarthy's influence?

• His support for civil rights

• His investigation of the army

• His alliance with the Soviet Union

• His promotion of nuclear weapons

What was the long-term impact of McCarthyism on American politics?

• It strengthened democratic institutions

• It had no impact

• It expanded the political spectrum

• It narrowed the political spectrum

Why did some politicians not oppose the anti-communist purges?

• They were unaware of the purges

• They were too busy with other issues

• They feared it would harm their careers

• They agreed with the purges

What question does the video pose about the future?

• Will communism become popular again?

• Will the Soviet Union rise again?

• Could democracy be abolished?

• Could similar events to McCarthyism happen again?