Use these words to complete the sentences describing achievements. 1 Malala has fighting for female education her life’s work. 2 She has international acclaim and awards. 3 She has herself to fighting for girls’ right to education. 4 She wants to her knowledge and popularity to benefit others. 5 She has already some big challenges. 6 She has people’s minds and actions. 7 Malala has people that things can change. 8 She graduated from high school in England, but was to complete her education at university. Work alone. Think of somebody you’d describe as particularly dedicated, for example: ■■ someone you know or have met ■■ someone important in Austria ■■ someone you’re interested in or admire ■■ someone well known around the world Write four to five sentences describing their experiences and achievements. Use expressions from 18a. In groups, tell each other about your people and ask questions to find out more. 1 Decide what each person’s greatest accomplishment probably was. 2 Decide who seems to have had the biggest impact on people’s lives today. 3 Compare your choices in class and decide on the three most influential people. Media task. Do online research either on one of the other important people mentioned in 17 or choose your own. Write a brief summary of your findings. Work in groups of three and listen to each other’s summaries. Then decide which of the people would make the best subject for a documentary, and why. Tell the class who you chose, and explain why. Preparing a campaign Describe the photos. What do you think they have in common? Language focus Achievements of important people 18 a changed dedicated faced made shown won use determined b Greta Thunberg taking part in the ‘Global Day of Climate Action’, Stockholm 2021 Speaking 19 Writing & Speaking 20 a b c Speaking 21 a A B Language skills Extras Explore 9 The world we live in 119 Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv
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