Look at the following activity. What does it aim at? 1. Work in groups. Read the list of achievements below. Can you think of an example for each...

Look at the following activity. What does it aim at? 1. Work in groups. Read the list of achievements below. Can you think of an example for each? E.g. The invention of an important piece of technology: The invention of an aeroplane… • A "basic" scientific advance that we couldn't live without. • The discovery of an important cure or medicine. • Outstanding leadership in a period of crisis. • A great step forward in human rights. • A great social or political advance. • An incredible artistic achievement. • An amazing piece of engineering or architecture. • An outstanding sporting achievement. New Cutting Edge Upper Intermediate (Cunningham and Moor, 2007: 56) Select one: a. Making lists of possibilities. b. Gap-filling. c. Predicting.