The United States and most other countries abandoned the gold standard during the 1930s. Why would the 1930s have been a particularly difficult time for countries to remain on the gold standard? Do you agree or disagree with Congressman Ron Paul - who says that we should go back to the gold standard?
Which European countries currently use the Euro as their currency? Why did those countries agree to replace their previous currencies with the Euro? Do you see a strong or weak future for the Euro?