The Initial Response by the American Public to the Dismissal

question 103

Multiple Choice

The initial response by the American public to the dismissal of General Douglas MacArthur was

• A) anger at the United Nations.
• B) criticism of MacArthur.
• C) relief that nuclear war had been avoided.
• D) anger at China.
• E) criticism of President Truman.

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Relevant Range

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