Question

How did Joseph McCarthy contribute to the Red Scare?

A
He provided valid evidence that communists were in
the U.S.
B
He worked with Truman's administration to combat
communism.
C
He protected the US. from communist supporters.
D
He accused people of ties to communism without
evidence.

Answer 1

Answer: A. He provided valid evidence that communist were in the U.S. Senator Joseph McCarthy exploited the nations fear of communism for what many believed to be for his own gain.

Explanation: Mass Hysteria was able to occur because many people did not want to be accused of being communist. Hope this helped! :)