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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. After the war, what governmental entity wanted to keep up their power?
2. What happened at Odets' testimony?
3. What did Hellman admire about the radicals?
4. What did Hellman believe were McCarthy's real convictions?
5. Hellman was considered a ________, not a Communist.
Short Essay Questions
1. Who created the Blacklist and House Committee and what was its purpose?
2. Other than the subpoena, what troubles did Hellman face? How helpful were Hellman's friends during this time?
3. What was Hellman's response to the subpoena? Why did she react this way?
4. What would deem someone "guilty" to the House Committee?
5. Wills explains that the Cold War, like World War II, was not about fighting men or countries. What were these wars about fighting? Why was this a more formidable enemy?
6. How did America's post-World War II attitude fuel the start of the Cold War?
7. How did Hellman change people's approach to the McCarthy hearings when called to testify?
8. How did Hellman plan to approach her testimony? Why did she plan to take this action?
9. What was Hellman's stance on the Communist Party? Why?
10. How were the liberal Democrats convinced to support the House Committee and Blacklist?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Hellman was not a Communist, but became involved with the party over time and became a supporter. Discuss Communism and the appeal to Hellman, making sure to discuss why she wasn't a member, but supported it. Give examples from the book to support your statements.
Essay Topic 2
Hellman says that she still feels shocked at the events surrounding the McCarthy hearings. Discuss Hellman's "recovery" and where the aftermath of these events left her.
Essay Topic 3
Discuss the phrase "premature anti-fascist" and the House Committee and make sure you discuss the implications of the phrase and its definition.
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