The Red Scare: Fear and Suspicion in America
This worksheet explores the causes, events, and impact of the Red Scare periods in U.S. history, focusing on the anti-communist hysteria and its consequences.
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The Red Scare: Fear and Suspicion in America
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences for short answer questions.
1. Which of the following best describes the primary fear during the Red Scare periods in the United States?
Fear of economic depression
Fear of communist infiltration and revolution
Fear of foreign invasion
Fear of natural disasters
2. Senator Joseph McCarthy became infamous during the Second Red Scare for:
Promoting civil rights legislation
Leading investigations into alleged communist spies
Negotiating peace treaties with the Soviet Union
Advocating for increased international trade
1. The was a committee of the U.S. House of Representatives, created to investigate alleged disloyalty and subversive activities on the part of private citizens, public employees, and those organizations suspected of having Communist ties.
2. During the Red Scare, many individuals in Hollywood were from working due to suspected communist sympathies.
1. The First Red Scare occurred immediately after World War II.
True
False
2. McCarthyism is a term used to describe the practice of making accusations of subversion or treason without proper regard for evidence.
True
False
1. Briefly explain the impact of the Red Scare on American civil liberties.
2. How did the Cold War contribute to the atmosphere of fear and suspicion during the Red Scare?
Use the words below to complete the sentences.
1. The widespread during the Red Scare led to many false accusations and ruined careers.
2. The fear of by foreign powers was a major factor in the government's response to perceived communist threats.
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