Question

The Scopes Trial illustrated the nation’s debate over
(A) religious conservatism versus modern scientifi c theories
(B) immigration and fears of leftist radicals
(C) the rural verses urban split within the nation
(D) the proper role of government and the New Deal
(E) women’s suff rage versus the Cult of Domesticity

Answer 1

The Scopes Trial illustrated the nation’s debate over "(A) religious conservatism versus modern scientific theories," since Mr. Scopes was accused of illegally teaching evolution in schools, since this went against Christianity's idea of "creationism".