50 The U.S. Civil War 3A | The Controversy Over Slavery
Word Work: Economy 5 minutes
- In the read-aloud you heard, “The South relied almost
completely on agriculture, or farming, for its economy.” - Say the word economy with me.
- The word economy describes the system by which people
produce and trade goods. - The more people around the world who buy goods produced
from China, the stronger the Chinese economy becomes
because they are earning more money for their country. - Do you know or have you heard something about the
economy? Try to use the word economy when you tell about it.
[Ask two or three students. If necessary, guide and/or rephrase
students’ responses: “I heard that the economy is... ”] - What’s the word we’ve been talking about?
Use a Discussion activity. Directions: Many factors infl uence the
economy of a place. Climate and natural resources are two factors
out of many that infl uence the economy of an area. Discuss what
makes up the economy of the area in which you live. Discuss the
types of economies found in different parts of your state. [You
may choose to record ideas on chart paper, a chalkboard, or a
whiteboard. Encourage students to use the word economy in a
complete sentence.]
Complete Remainder of the Lesson Later in the Day