Question

In Timebends, what difference in punishment does miller discuss for those accused in Salem and those accused in the house UnAmerican activities committee
a)Those accused of communism were executed by firing squad instead of hanging.

b)Both those in Salem and those accused of Communism were subject to jail time.

c)Those accused of communism were able to receive a fair trial by jury.

d)Those accused of communism could not be found guilty of any actual crime or violation.

Answer 1

Answer: b) Both those in Salem and those accused of Communism were subject to jail time.

Explanation: The witch hunt in Salem gave place to executions and imprisonment of hundreds of people. They were accused of witchcraft for any unusual behavior and were not allowed to have a proper legal assessment in court. As a consequence,  the verdicts were set unfairly by the judges. Time after, the House Un-American Activities Committee started investigating communist activity, saying it was “witch hunt.” as well. Therefore, anyone who had been rumored to be involved in communism would be persecuted.