Question

Write a speech from the perspective of an merchant, urging colonists to support your idea of free trade with countries other than britain.

Answer 1

Free traders of America for our rights have once again been violated by the forced trading with the british. We have the right of freedom and liberty as a nation and a people. We have the right to make our own choices as a country and we are now losing that right as all we do is trade with britain. We shall not stand for this violation of our god given rights. Rebel and show god that you are his true followers.

Answer 2

Listen to me, my merchant friends!

I know that you work hard everyday to bring home money for your family. You look for the best products, you talk to the right people, you do your best. However, I'm sure you agree with me that, despite all your efforts, you never get the rewards that you deserve.

Is that fair? Of course it isn't! It is not fair that we can only trade with Britain. It is not fair that they decide how much are goods are worth, and how much we should produce. Our lack of trading partners affects us terribly, and the English do not care!

Support me, and support the idea of free trade! Show Britain that we are not scared, and that we will not let them determine our future!