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What law passed in Illinois inspired Moore to publish supporting educational materials?

Law prescribing teaching of morals in public schools
Law for mandatory physical education in schools
Law for gender equality in schools
Law for teaching of evolutionary theories

Answer

In 1829, the state of Illinois passed a law prescribing the teaching of morals in public schools. This inspired John Moore, a teacher in Quincy, Illinois, to publish a series of educational materials to support the law. Moore's materials were widely used in schools throughout the state, and they helped to establish the idea that the teaching of morals was an important part of public education.