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The Cold War at Home: The Red Scare

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet explores the causes and consequences of the Red Scare in America during the Cold War period, helping students understand the social and political impact of fear of communism.

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#History
#Cold War at Home
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#Cause and Consequence
#Red Scare
#Explain the causes of the Red Scare in the United States during the Cold War.
#Analyze the effects of the Red Scare on American society and politics.
#Compare different perspectives on the Red Scare and its impact.

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The Cold War at Home: The Red Scare

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Introduction to the Red Scare

Source A: Excerpt from a government report (1950)

'The threat of communist infiltration poses a significant danger to American security and values. Measures must be taken to identify and eliminate subversive elements.' Provenance: Official government document, 1950.

1.
Explain why the government saw the Red Scare as a threat to America. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the perspectives of the government and ordinary Americans regarding the Red Scare. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

Causes of the Red Scare

Source B: Newspaper headline (1950)

'Communist Agents in America—The Threat Grows!' Provenance: American newspaper, 1950.

1.
Outline the main causes that led to the Red Scare in the United States. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Explain how the media contributed to the Red Scare. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
C

Effects of the Red Scare

Source C: Testimony of a suspected communist (1952)

'I was accused without proof, and my life was turned upside down by accusations based on suspicion alone.' Provenance: Testimony during a government hearing, 1952.

1.
Analyze the impact of the Red Scare on individuals accused of communism. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
2.
Compare the effects of the Red Scare on government actions and public opinion. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
D

Long-term Consequences

Source D: Expert historian view

'The Red Scare led to a climate of suspicion that affected American politics and society for decades.' Provenance: Academic publication, 2000.

1.
Explain the long-term consequences of the Red Scare on American society. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the perspectives of different groups on the Red Scare's impact. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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