1. What sorts of dangers does Bryan see in evolution? That is, what specific errors does belief in evolution incline one to, in his opinion?
2. On what grounds does Bryan seek to halt the teaching of evolution in colleges and public schools?
3. Bryan states several specific objections to the theory of evolution. Under what general heads would you categorize each (such as theological, philosophical, scientific)? List each objection under an appropriate general heading.
4. What is Bryan's view of divine action? To what extent does he believe that God works in and through natural processes (this is called divine immanence)? What is his opinion of theistic evolution?
5. Why is Darwinism "cruel," in Bryan's opinion?
6. In what ways does Bryan fit the definition of a fundamentalist, as discussed in lecture?
7. What political events encouraged Bryan to join the anti-evolution crusade?