The small town of Dayton, Tennessee, was thrust into the national spotlight in July 1925 when high school teacher John T. Scopes was put on trial for breaking a newly-enacted state law regarding the teaching of evolution in the classroom. Evolution is a theory in the science of biology that states that living organisms change over time in order to survive where they live.

Known as the 'Scopes Trial' today, the court case had long-lasting repercussions that have stretched into the 21st century. In this digital breakout, you will explore primary and secondary sources to help you identify the major players, examine the details of the case, and learn how its outcome still impacts our lives today.

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