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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 95 through 130.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The letter was proof of what?
(a) Hellman was a Communist.
(b) Hellman was willing to cooperate.
(c) Hellman was mentally unstable.
(d) Hellman was on McCarthy's side.

2. Why was Hellman in Russia?
(a) To hide from the Americans.
(b) To meet with Communists.
(c) As a cultural representative.
(d) To write.

3. After some time, Hellman began to feel ________ about testifying.
(a) Relieved.
(b) Angry.
(c) Happy.
(d) Anxious.

4. Why did Laughton contact Hoover about a wire he sent?
(a) He assumed it had been intercepted.
(b) He wanted to explain.
(c) He wanted to gossip.
(d) He was concerned for his safety.

5. How did the Committee respond to Hellman's letter?
(a) They never responded.
(b) They accepted.
(c) They gave her a rain check.
(d) They refused.

Short Answer Questions

1. The panel couldn't treat Hellman _______.

2. How much did Hellman give her cab driver?

3. How did the audience receive Hellman at the "Regina" premier?

4. What distressed Clifford Odets about Hellman's testimony?

5. Hellman's letter was considered part of ______.

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