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One inspiration includes the real-life trial, which took place in Dayton, Tennessee in 1925. Another inspiration includes the importance of the case. Throughout the book, the fight between science vs. religion plays as the main source of conflict. This trial helped repeal the law against evolution, which is a reason why evolution is taught in schools today.
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∙ 11y ago
The theme of "Inherit the Wind" revolves around the clash between fundamentalism and free thought, as seen through the lens of the Scopes Monkey Trial. The play explores issues such as the conflict between faith and science, the importance of freedom of speech and thought, and the need for open-mindedness and tolerance in society.
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∙ 14y agoFundamentalism vs. freedom of thought; the individual vs. society; the conflict of urban and rural attitudes
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∙ 10y agoIt's elevated and changing between humorous, skeptical and serious.
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∙ 11y agoTeaching evolution or not teaching evolution.
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Where does the title inherit the wind come from?
from the Bible. "sow the wind, inherit the whirlwind"
Who was the author of inherit the wind?
Inherit the wind was written by Jerome Lawrence and Robert Edwin Lee.
How many pages does Inherit the Wind have?
Inherit the Wind (the book with the blue cover) has 129 pages.
What are some questions for Inherit the Wind?
How does the play explore the tension between science and religion? What are some of the key arguments presented by the prosecution and defense in the courtroom? How do characters like Henry Drummond and Matthew Harrison Brady represent different perspectives on the issue of evolution? What is the significance of the setting of the play in the small town of Hillsboro, Tennessee?
When was Inherit the wind published?
1955
Was inherit the wind a civil case?
No
Inherit in a example sentence?
The son will inherit the family estate when his father passes away.
What are the ratings and certificates for Inherit the Wind - 1988 TV?
Inherit the Wind - 1988 TV is rated/received certificates of: Argentina:13
What are the ratings and certificates for Inherit the Wind - 1999 TV?
Inherit the Wind - 1999 TV is rated/received certificates of: Iceland:L USA:PG
What are the release dates for Inherit the Wind - 1988 TV?
Inherit the Wind - 1988 TV was released on: USA: 20 March 1988
Gene Kelly's role in Inherit The Wind?
Gene Kelly played as E.K. Hornbeck, the news reporter, in the 1960 movie, Inherit the Wind.
Is Inherit the Wind a Historical Fiction?
yes.
