US COMMUNISTS FOUND GUILTY

The Movietone report by Leslie Mitchell covers the conclusion of a nine-month trial where eleven leading US Communists were found guilty of advocating government overthrow. Judge Medina presided over the trial, and the defense attorneys were also sentenced for contempt of court. The jury, led by Mrs. Thelma Doyle, reached a decision in seven hours. The prisoners, including Eugene Dennis, were handcuffed and led away. The report concludes with a statement on America's approach to nationals who pledge allegiance to foreign powers.

What was the outcome of the nine-month trial involving eleven United States Communists?

• They were fined but not imprisoned.

• They were found guilty of teaching and advocating the overthrow of the government.

• They were sentenced to community service.

• They were acquitted of all charges.

Who presided over the marathon trial session?

• Judge Smith

• Judge Medina

• Judge Judy

• Judge Brown

What was the consequence for the defense attorneys involved in the trial?

• They were disbarred.

• They were fined.

• They were promoted.

• They were sentenced to jail for contempt of court.

How long did the jury take to reach their decision?

• Seven weeks

• Seven days

• Seven months

• Seven hours

What was America's approach to nationals who showed allegiance to a foreign power?

• They were given diplomatic immunity.

• They were rewarded.

• They were ignored.

• They were dealt with firmly.