Cold War Anticommunism Quiz

What was the primary effect of Senator McCarthy's investigations during the Cold War?

• They led to the end of the Cold War.

• They resulted in the discovery of numerous spies.

• They increased fear and resentment towards communists.

• They improved US-Soviet relations.

What was the purpose of the Internal Security Act of 1950?

• To promote communism in the US.

• To require Communist organizations to register with the government.

• To support Communist organizations financially.

• To end the Cold War.

What was the Federal Employees Loyalty Program designed to do?

• Promote communism among federal employees.

• Encourage federal employees to join Communist organizations.

• Provide financial aid to federal employees.

• Determine the loyalty of federal employees to the US.

What was the consequence for employees deemed 'disloyal' during the Cold War?

• They were given a second chance to prove their loyalty.

• They were promoted to higher positions.

• They were sent to work in the Soviet Union.

• They were often blacklisted and struggled to find employment.

In which industries was blacklisting particularly prominent during the anticommunist hysteria?

• Agriculture and mining.

• Education and healthcare.

• Entertainment and government employment.

• Retail and hospitality.