The Monkey Trial Flashcards
1
Q
What was the name of the act passed banning the teaching of evolution in Tennesee?
A
The Butler Act
2
Q
Where was the Butler Act
A
Tennessee
3
Q
What year was the Butler act introduced?
A
1924
4
Q
How many states passed similar acts to the Butler Act regarding the teaching of evolution?
A
6 in total.
5
Q
What was the name of the biology teacher that tested the law?
A
John Scopes
6
Q
When did the Monkey Trial take place?
A
July 1925.
7
Q
Who was the defence lawyer in the Monkey Trial?
A
Clarence Darrow.
8
Q
Who was the prosecutor in The Monkey trial?
A
William Jennings Bryan.
9
Q
How much was Scopes fined?
A
$100
10
Q
Was Scopes convicted?
A
Yes
