Scopes+Trial

Mr. Scopes - (24 yrs old) Science Teacher & part-time football coach William Jennings Bryan - 3 time Democratic presidential candidate (excellent orator & literal interpretation of Bible) Clarence Darrw - almost 70 yrs old, ACLU lawyer No scientists allowed as witnesses
 * Scopes Trial (Tennessee vs. John Scopes or Monkey Trial)**
 * Key Players: People & Events**


 * Location**: Dayton, Tennessee


 * Material** : Hunter's Civic Biology

On trial for teaching evolution, which was against state law 1st trial to be broadcast over radio to the nation


 * Outcome**: Scopes was convicted and made to pay a fine


 * Further Background Reading:** [|Digital History - Scopes Trial]
 * Video:** Scopes Trial News Headline Video

How do you think we should solve the issue of religion in school? Should schools be able to have a minute of silence, teach evolution, keep quiet about religion altogether, or do you have a better idea? How do we respect the beliefs of all students while teaching history and science? Write a persuasive essay using the Dagwood model.
 * Student Thoughts & Reflections:**