Scopes Monkey Trial

Define: Modernism/Modernist

Define: Traditionalism/Traditionalist

Which of the following was NOT a reason why there was so much attention on this particular court case?

• • Radio was used to broadcast coverage around the country

• • People opposed to evolution came to Dayton to advertise and sell books

• • Church leaders were leading prayers about this case all over the country

• • There was a carnival-like feel to the events happening right outside the courtroom

How did the philosophies of traditionalism and modernism affect the Scopes Monkey Trial controversy?