Globalisation 12.2

The Trading Game

• Objectives:Each group tries to make as much money as possible using only the materials they are given. They can make money by manufacturing and selling goods. These are the shapes shown on the diagram, each of which has its own value. Players should take these to the banker in batches of five similar shapes. The banker will check them and credit their value to the group’s bank account. The object is to manufacture as many shapes as possible – the more they make the wealthier they will be.

Rules:

1. All shapes must be cut by scissors, using the templates, and be the exact size shown

2. Only use the materials you have been given

3. Physical force is not allowed

4. The Game Leader represents the United Nations and will intervene in any disagreements

Banker

• Keeps a record of each group’s wealth.• On the board draws columns for each group,

and when a group brings shapes to the Banker, the Banker credits their column with the appropriate amount.

• At the end of the game, adds the subtotals and announces them to the groups.