:: Read 2.1 The Blind | A) Basic Characteristics of the Blind and then complete the following cluster map with the basic characteristics of the blind.

Of course, you may want to include other characteristics which are not in the text (write the linking words on the arrows).

:: Read 2.1 The Blind | B) Accessible Environments for the Blind.

:: The next chart shows a list of elements that should be adopted, adapted or avoided so that they do not represent a barrier for the blind.

:: Tick () to show the characteristics (there may be more than one) the elements should fulfil to suit the needs of a blind person.

:: Write a cross (x) if the element is not at all suitable for a blind person.

:: Tick () to decide whether these elements should be avoided or adopted for the blind.

:: Read 2.2 The Deaf | A) Basic Characteristics of the Deaf and complete the following cluster map with the basic characteristics of the deaf.

:: Of course, you may want to include other characteristics which are not in the text (write the linking words on the arrows).

:: Read 2.2 The Deaf | B) Accessible Environments for the Deaf.

:: The next chart shows a list of elements that should be adopted, adapted or avoided so that they do not represent a barrier for the deaf.

:: Tick () to show the characteristics (there may be more than one) the elements should fulfil to suit the needs of a blind person.

:: Write a cross (x) if the element is not at all suitable for a blind person.

:: Tick () to decide whether these elements should be avoided or adopted for the blind.

:: Read and comment on the above chart with your classmates.

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