Inherit the Wind

  1. Why is Mr. Catges arrested in his classroom?
  2. Describe the major characters of the drama, which is based on the famous Scopes Monkey Trial in Tennessee.
    A. Mr. Cates (Scopes):
    B. Mathew Brady (William Jennings Bryan):
    C. Henry Drummund (Clarence Darrow):
  3. What purpose do the following minor characters play in the drama?
    A. the mayor:
    B. the reverend:
  4. Drummund points out a number ofinjustices being practiced in the courtroom. List at least three of them:
  5. List the arguments that Brady uses to refute the inclusion of evolution in the school curriculum.
  6. List the arguments that Drummund uses to support the idea that evolution should be taught in the school.
  7. Who is Drummund's "surprise" witness? What is Drummund able to prove with this witness?
  8. Consider the ending of the play and explain the meaning of the phrase "inherit the wind."
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