World Report: September 12, 2003 Vol. #9 Iss. #1
- This Issue:
- Table of Contents
- Cover Story
- Cover Story - Spanish Version
- Mini-Lesson
- Comprehension Quiz
- Teacher's Guide and Worksheets
Change for a Twenty-Dollar Bill
Blue, peach and yellow money is nothing new to anyone who has ever played Monopoly. But starting next month, these colors will appear on real $20 bills. It's the first time in 95 years that the bill will be printed in colors other than black and green.
The government changes our currency every seven to 10 years. The changes, says U.S. Treasury Secretary John W. Snow, help prevent counterfeiters from printing fake money. Next up for a makeover is the $50 bill.
Unlike the old bill, the new $20 bill won't include the oval around President Andrew Jackson's face. Two more American eagles appear on the front of the bill. Little 20s and the phrase Twenty USA are also added. While the new money may look more playful, spending it is no game. As always, use it wisely!
