[Virginia-American]

...and if they don't answer in a way that violates their conscience, their good sense, and their religion, then they are penalized on a standardized test that controls their graduation. That is abominable.

Tough.

They are required to learn enough science to pass a standardized test. The ToE is an important part of science.

Christian Scientists (ie members of the Eddy cult) have to learn about the germ theory of disease, and Jehovah's Witnesses need to learn about blood typing and how it impacts on transfusions.

Teetotalers need to learn about fermentation. Vegetarians need to learn the nutritional value of meat and milk.

Do you think Muslims should be excused from art class if they're learning anatomy and drawing faces? Should socialists be excused when the kids are learning about economics? If my dad is a mobster, does that excuse me from civics class? What if he's a Jehovah's witness?

[BagelFace]

Teetotalers need to learn about fermentation.

You have the very good habit of sticking to the point, I see ...and couch potatoes need to learn about midget mud wrestling...