WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -He is known for alleging that numerous communists and Soviet spies and sympathizers had infiltrated the United States federal government, universities, film industry, and elsewhere.

Detailed explanation-2: -McCarthy launched the House of Un-American Committee (HUAC) which investigated Nazi ties within the U.S. but later after WW2 changed to investigate citizens with communist ties. He was also responsible for the Red Scare: the potential rise of Communism within the United States.

Detailed explanation-3: -How did McCarthyism intensify Cold War tensions? McCarthyism caused the U.S. involvement in the Korean War. McCarthyism encouraged honesty and openness in government. McCarthyism increased unemployment rates due to false accusations.

Detailed explanation-4: -This suggests Cold War fears of the spread of communism.-Unwise investigators“ refers to Joseph McCarthy, HUAC, Loyalty Investigations. It might remind students of US concerns about keeping the economy strong after WWII. Economic instability could be a breeding ground for communism.

Detailed explanation-5: -This “scare” was caused by fears of subversion by communists in the United States after the Russian Revolution.