Which factors led to the first Red Scare in the United States? (Choose 2) -

Question

A.
People feared the result of the Bolshevik Revolution.
B.
Americans feared the corruption within large companies and corporations.
C.
Americans feared the increase in presidential control would lead to a loss
of rights.
D.
Americans feared the workers organizing and demanding changes
would lead to a revolution or communism.

Answer 1

The two factors that led to the first Red Scare in the United States are:

A. People feared the result of the Bolshevik Revolution. D. Americans feared the workers organizing and demanding changes would lead to a revolution or communism.

These factors contributed to widespread anxiety about communism and radicalism in the U.S. during the early 20th century, particularly following World War I and the Bolshevik Revolution in Russia.