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Question
Let us try to picturise people in a few interesting professions (based on common perception there can be exceptions).
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Solution
Form groups of four and draw a picture of one or two of the following:
1. scientist
2. soldier
3. journalist
In your attempt to sketch you may include the following:
- typical dress
- hairstyle
- accessories
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