Who was Herbert Block, and what was he known for?

Political Cartoons and McCarthyism

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A historian who wrote about the Cold War.
A politician who led the anti-communist movement.
A famous political cartoonist known for his work during the Second Red Scare.
A journalist who reported on McCarthyism.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the cartoon 'It's Okay or Hunting Communists', what does the car symbolize?
The American public's fear of communism.
The government's support for McCarthyism.
The Committee on Un-American Activities breaking rules.
The FBI's role in the Red Scare.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the bucket of water in the cartoon 'Fire' represent?
The enlightenment of the public.
The spread of communism.
The extinguishing of American freedom.
The support for McCarthyism.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why were educators targeted during the Second Red Scare?
They were believed to be spreading communist ideologies.
They were seen as supporters of McCarthyism.
They were thought to be spies for the Soviet Union.
They were accused of altering historical facts.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the elephant in the political cartoon discussed?
It stands for the Republican Party questioning McCarthyism.
It symbolizes the strength of McCarthyism.
It represents the Democratic Party.
It depicts the American public's fear.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the first use of the term 'McCarthyism' in a political cartoon?
In a cartoon about the Girl Scouts.
In a cartoon about the Republican Party.
In a cartoon about the army McCarthy trial.
In a cartoon about the Statue of Liberty.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the cartoon 'Say Whatever Happened to Freedom from Fear' depict?
The public's reluctance to engage in democratic processes.
The government's support for McCarthyism.
The spread of communism in America.
The role of the FBI in the Red Scare.
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