Understanding McCarthyism: Vocabulary & Concepts
History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
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This worksheet explores key vocabulary and concepts related to McCarthyism during the Cold War, helping students understand its significance and impact on American society.
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Understanding McCarthyism: Vocabulary & Concepts
Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Vocabulary and Key Concepts of McCarthyism
Source A: Explanation of McCarthyism from a history textbook
'McCarthyism was a period of intense anti-Communist suspicion in the United States during the early 1950s, led by Senator Joseph McCarthy. It involved accusations, investigations, and fear-mongering against suspected Communists, often without proper evidence.'
Provenance: Extract from a GCSE history textbook, published 2018.
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Define 'McCarthyism' based on Source A. (2 marks)
[2 marks]2.
Explain why McCarthyism caused fear in American society. (3 marks)
[3 marks]3.
Compare the methods used during McCarthyism to investigate suspected Communists. (4 marks)
[4 marks]4.
Outline the main effects of McCarthyism on individuals and society. (4 marks)
[4 marks]5.
Write a short paragraph explaining how McCarthyism affected freedom of speech in America. (3 marks)
[3 marks]6.
Analyse the reasons why McCarthyism eventually declined. (4 marks)
[4 marks]7.
Compare the impact of McCarthyism on the government and on ordinary Americans. (4 marks)
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