Trade Talk

This worksheet focuses on the economy of the Hittite civilization. Vocabulary includes terms related to trade, currency, and production such as “barter,” “merchant,” and “livestock.” Students explore concepts like “taxation,” “value,” and “market,” which were central to the functioning of an ancient economy. The words cover goods, professions, and tools involved in commerce.

This activity enhances students’ economic vocabulary and helps them understand early systems of trade and commerce. It supports interdisciplinary learning between social studies and language arts. By working through economic terminology, learners improve reading comprehension and concept retention. The puzzle boosts logical thinking and pattern recognition. It encourages connections between ancient and modern economic systems.

Vocabulary Words On This Word Search – Barter, Trade, Silver, Grain, Taxation, Merchant, Weaving, Livestock, Copper, Craft, Export, Market, Tools, Value, Caravan