India - a country of contrasts

Look at the pictures (Context, p. 72-73 (o) / 74-75(n)): Explain which picture matches your associations with India most.

Match the pictures with the facts.

Explain which fact surprised you most. (PA / 10')

Read your designated excerpt of the text 'India then and now' (Context, p. 74 (o) / 76 (n)).

Create a timeline of India's history. (EA / 10')

Exchange your results with your partner to complete the timeline. (PA / 8')

Explain the words from Task 1 (p. 75(o) / 77(n)) in your own words. (PA / 7')

Read the third paragraph "India today" and summarize the contrasts by taking notes only.

Explain the image of India as a country of contrasts and discuss ...

a) ... whether it is appropriate

b) ... whether the image of India as "the cradle of the human race" is more suitable. (PA / 15')