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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 95 through 130.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Gary Cooper's testimony mock McCarthy?
(a) It was nonsensical.
(b) He used profanity.
(c) He used poor grammar.
(d) He mimicked his voice.

2. Until Hammett got arrested, Hellman didn't realize the dangers of:
(a) Living alone.
(b) Being a writer.
(c) Being a Communist.
(d) Speaking one's mind.

3. If Hellman answered questions honestly about herself, what could she not do?
(a) Leave the country again.
(b) Plead the fifth later.
(c) Discuss others.
(d) Appeal her case.

4. Hellman was considered a ________, not a Communist.
(a) Republican.
(b) Radical.
(c) Traitor.
(d) Independent.

5. Why did Elia Kazan agree to become a friendly witness?
(a) He was a friendly person.
(b) His job was threatened.
(c) He didn't know anything.
(d) He supported the Committee.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Hammett's role in the Civil Rights Congress?

2. Who was the anti-radical hero?

3. What would Hellman refuse to do at her hearing?

4. Wills sees institutions like the House Committee as what?

5. Who would be listed on the Blacklist?d

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