The Committee on Public Information

question 105

Multiple Choice

The Committee on Public Information:

• A) was directed by William Jennings Bryan.
• B) protected civil liberties.
• C) was a government agency that sought to shape public opinion.
• D) was affiliated with the Socialist Party.
• E) was limited in its efforts.

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Definitions:

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Eubie Blake

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Noble Sissle

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Shuffle Along

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