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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which witness is dismissed, prior to Drummond's cross-examination?

2. What does Hornbeck claim to be?

3. In court, Drummond says he wants religion to stop doing what?

4. Drummond believes Cates is really on trial for what?

5. Who arrives late to the prayer meeting?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Based on the text, choose one of the following characters and analyze their personal relationship with God or religion.

- Cates.

- Drummond.

- Reverend Brown.

Essay Topic 2

Hillsboro was a small town prior to the trial that took place. Write a brief essay on how Hillsboro has changed as a result of the trial.

Part 1) What is the town of Hillsboro like before the trial?

Part 2) How will the outcome of the trial affect the citizens and their way of thought?

Part 3) Do you foresee Hillsboro becoming famous as a result of the trial? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Relationships are an important part of Inherit the Wind, as they show us how other characters treat one another. Choose one of the following relationships and explain what you have learned about the participants, based on their relationships with one another.

- Mr. and Mrs. Brady.

- Rachel and Reverend Brown.

- Rachel and Cates.

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