10 Questions
What event propelled McCarthy into the national spotlight?
His proclamation about Communist Party members in the State Department
In which state did McCarthy deliver the speech that led to the era of paranoia and accusation?
West Virginia
What did McCarthy claim to be aware of during his speech in Wheeling?
205 card-carrying members of the Communist Party in the State Department
What did McCarthy express a desire to talk about as he celebrated the birthday of Abraham Lincoln?
Peace in our time, war being outlawed, and worldwide disarmament
What did McCarthy believe men's hearts should anticipate five years after a world war had been won?
A long peace
What was the Red Scare primarily a response to?
The perceived threat posed by Communists in the U.S.
Which committee was involved in investigating allegations of subversive elements in the government and the Hollywood film industry during the Red Scare?
House Un-American Activities Committee
What was the impact of the Red Scare on federal employees?
They were analyzed to determine their loyalty to the government
Who led the Bolsheviks in toppling the Romanov dynasty during the Russian Revolution of 1917?
Vladimir Lenin
When did the climate of fear and repression linked to the Red Scare begin to ease?
By the late 1950s
Test your knowledge of American history with this quiz on the McCarthy era. Explore the impact of Senator Joseph McCarthy's infamous speech in Wheeling, West Virginia, and its role in igniting a period of fear and suspicion in the United States. Delve into the historical context and key events of this tumultuous time in the nation's history.
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