The Scopes Monkey Trial Explained in 5 Minutes: US History Review

The video discusses the Scopes Trial, a pivotal event in the 1920s that highlighted the cultural conflict between modernism and fundamentalism. The trial, staged to challenge the Butler Act in Tennessee, involved John Scopes, a substitute teacher accused of teaching evolution. The legal battle featured prominent figures like Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan, symbolizing the clash between science and religion. Although Scopes was found guilty, the trial's legacy paved the way for a shift towards science-based education in the U.S.

What was the Butler Act and how did it relate to the Scopes Trial?

What were the outcomes of the Scopes Trial and its implications for future education?