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Charles Darwin had changed the world of science, and society's view on the origin of mankind, in 1859 when he presented his Theory of Evolution. It states that, animals and plants have their origin in other preexisting types and that the distinguishable differences are due to modifications in successive generations (HaselHurst,1). Evolution has been taught as a part of the science curriculum in public schools, grades k-12, across the nation for many years now. However, some feel different about the creation of mankind, with the belief of creationism. This theory states that matter, the various forms of life, and the world were created by God out of nothing (Dicationary,1). The debate between the two has been long fought with various groups supporting each side, and has even taken a move to the classroom where there has been strong support for Creationism to be taught in a public school classroom. Despite the opinions of others, Creationism should not be taught in a public school in......

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