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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Cates claims the books of "Evil-utionists" are filled with what?

2. What surprise witness does Drummond call to the stand?

3. Why does Cates leave Rachel's church?

4. The judge is willing to hear an expert on what?

5. What book of the Bible is referenced at the prayer meeting?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Brady and Drummond are the two main characters of the play, both fighting to win over the town and of course, their side of the case. Choose either Brady or Drummond and analyze the following.

Part 1) Describe this character based on what is said about him before he arrives in Hillsboro.

Part 2) Compare this image to who he is when he arrives.

Part 3) Analyze how and why he has changed by the time he departs.

Essay Topic 2

Based on evidence from the play, explain the economic state of Hillsboro. Argue for or against the idea that religion is a significant form of commerce for Hillsboro. Cite specific examples from the text.

Essay Topic 3

Analyze the final moment of Inherit the Wind, when Drummond balances both the Bible and Darwin's Origin of Species in his hands, finally leaving with both.

Part 1) Why does Drummond weigh both books together?

Part 2) When Drummond leaves, why does he leave with both books?

Part 3) At the beginning of the play, do you feel he would have done the same? Why or why not?

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