Why did Anita Hill testify against Clarence Thomas before a congressional committee in 1991?
A) She wanted to support his bid for Supreme Court justice.
B) She agreed to testify after considerable pressure from the judiciary.
C) She was forced to testify or remain in contempt of court and Congress.
D) Her answers to confidential questions in a sexual harassment case were leaked to the press, so she agreed to appear before the committee.
Answer: D
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