Communicating

Oral history is often not given the respect it deserves in our culture that values things being written down. Here is an example. Still, being able to communicate by writing can be a big advantage, especially if you can't meet in person.  Writing first happened in the Fertile Crescent, soon after farming became a lifestyle. A big push to start writing was that it was a good way to keep track of taxes. It was awhile before an actual alphabet was used. People drew pictures or symbols to convey their message. We still do today, such as with emoticons.



In your groups, and without using any alphabetical figures, communicate the following message on your sheet of paper.


Brenden is selling high quality grain, good for bread, for 10 chickens a gur.
Ashly is selling lower quality grain, good for animal feed, for 5 chickens a gur.