AMERICAN BLUEPRINT - Communicative approach, with a strong focus on grammar. Real-life characters and topis reflect life in the U.S., as well as international and cross-cultural themes. Extra features at Intermediate level include a Rapid Review section, increased grammar work, word-building techniques, and Progress Tests. The first two levels are available in full and split editions.y in the conversations of each unit. * Conversation Springboard sections with audiotapes create opportunities for students to listen to native-speaker conversations and respond in a variety of ways.