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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 7 The Trial of the Century.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The trial opens on Friday. What is the date?
(a) July 10, 1925.
(b) June 10, 1925.
(c) May 10, 1925.
(d) August 10, 1925.

2. Darrow tries to find jurors who profess what?
(a) An open mind.
(b) Not bound to fundamentalism.
(c) Whether or not a conservative Christian.
(d) Accept evolution.

3. Because the defense opens with a witness other than Scopes, what does this mean?
(a) He will not be cross-examined.
(b) He will not testify before the court.
(c) He will initially be examined by the prosecution.
(d) He will testify before the court last.

4. The jury deliberates how long before returning with a guilty verdict?
(a) 90 minutes.
(b) 9 minutes.
(c) 1 day.
(d) 1/2 day.

5. Jury selection begins when on Friday (10th)?
(a) After lunch.
(b) Late afternoon.
(c) Mid-afternoon.
(d) Late morning.

Short Answer Questions

1. By 1925, the ACLU still seeks a court win, mainly as the first amendment's wording does not necessarily protect freedom of speech at what level?

2. Bryan involves himself in how many state anti-evolution proposals in 1923?

3. Most major newspapers take what position?

4. On what grounds does Darrow argue that the statute is illegal, given that it imposes a specific religious stance?

5. Which two young attorneys agree to serve on the prosecution?

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