Inflation
Introduce the concept of inflation.
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Lessons & Activities
31-45 min
Inflation and the Fall of the Roman Empire
OVERVIEW
In this lesson, students learn the concepts of money and inflation in the context of world history. They participate in role play to learn how debasement increased the Roman money supply and caused inflation in the Roman Empire. Students analyze historical data that show how people in the Roman Empire responded to inflation.
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VIDEO Q&A
0-15 MIN
READING Q&A
16-30 MIN
Beyond Inflation Numbers: Shrinkflation and Skimpflation
Define shrinkflation and skimpflation.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
1 HOUR+
The Free Silver Movement & Inflation
Understand the relationship between the money supply and inflation.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
46-60 MIN
The Economic Goal of Price Stability
Simulate a consumer's experience when dealing with unstable prices.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
46-60 MIN
Market Basket
Interpret the effects of inflation on consumers.
LESSONS & ACTIVITIES
0-15 MIN
Calculate Your Lifetime Inflation Activity
Learn how to measure changes in inflation over a lifetime.
