Prior to embarking on his anti-Communist crusade, Senator Joseph McCarthy had
a. invented a glorious war record for himself.
b. just been re-elected by an overwhelming majority.
c. led a congressional team that exposed corruption in the Labor Department.
d. been elected Senate minority whip.
ANSWER: a
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