The buyer who purchases the most items is the winner. Ask the students what they learned about trade during the period under the Articles of Confederation. Brainstorm with them ways that conditions might have been improved. Ask the students for other weaknesses. Observe participation in the activity.
Students can make own product cards or bring in actual items.
State money can be designed by students. A market day can follow this activity. Students can make products of the period and sell them. Other classes can be invited. Have students simulate and role play other examples of weaknesses.