24. Document Project 24: McCarthyism and the Hollywood Ten

Quiz for Document 24.9 Lillian Hellman, Letter to HUAC, 1952

Quiz for Document 24.9: Lillian Hellman, Letter to HUAC, 1952

Choose the best answer to each question.

1. Under what conditions was Lillian Hellman willing to reveal all information about herself and her political viewpoints and affiliations?

She wanted to have a private interview from HUAC.

Her interview was televised for publicity.

She was asked no questions about others.

She was interviewed directly by McCarthy.

2. On what grounds did Hellman invoke the Fifth Amendment?

Self-incrimination

Freedom of speech

Right to a speedy trial

Freedom of the press

3. In the context of the 1940s and 1950s, what can be implied about the reputation of the HUAC interviews and investigations?

They were aggressive and violent.

They were unfair “witch hunts.”

They were efficient and well managed.

They were necessary for national defense.

4. What traditions does Hellman invoke to justify her perspective and condemn the actions of HUAC?

Christian morality

Declaration of Independence

Celebrity exceptionalism

Democratic ideals

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