Main Idea

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The barter system: Trading without money

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The barter system: Trading without money

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Before money, people used the barter system to trade goods. A rice farmer would trade rice for needed items, but the trade wasn't always easy. Isn't it nice to just buy candy instead?

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"During these times people exchanged goods using the barter system."

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Rodeo clowns face danger to protect riders by distracting bulls, showing that clowning can be serious.

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Rodeo Clowns are the humorous heroes.

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Reading method for overall idea of a passage?

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Scanning

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