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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 51 through 82.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Wills explains that the tactics of the Committee created an environment of _______ in America.
(a) Calmness.
(b) Greed.
(c) Distrust.
(d) Dependence.

2. The House Committee was originally intended to test the loyalty of ______.
(a) Federal workers.
(b) Writers.
(c) United States citizens.
(d) Soldiers.

3. When Hellman attended Party meetings, how involved was she?
(a) She paid little attention.
(b) She was an enthusiastic participant.
(c) She was a primary speaker.
(d) She organized the events.

4. What did Hellman admire about the radicals?
(a) Their efficiency.
(b) Their creativity.
(c) Their passion.
(d) Their courage.

5. Wills sees the Cold War offensive as an ______ to the threat of the enemy.
(a) Insufficient.
(b) Accurate.
(c) Mimicking.
(d) Unequal.

Short Answer Questions

1. Wills believes America's feeling of _______ made them want to find more war.

2. Truman created the House Committee on _______ Activities.

3. Why didn't Hellman sign the letter Harry Cohn required her to?

4. How did Hammett think people would feel about Hellman's high morals?

5. How did Hellman feel after Roosevelt's election?

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