Overview

Why do Brits call their flag a Jack ? How did the leek become a symbol of Wales? Does the Tube run 24/7? Who was the Widow of Windsor? Can you take part in a coronation? What was a Greenwood marriage? Was the Giant's Causeway built by an Irish giant? Which British literary figures won the Nobel Prize for Literature? How can you register a record in the Guinness Book of Records? What is the emergency phone number in the UK? Providing well-organised material on the UK's history, geography, literature, royalty and society, Diana Cordea's BRITAIN REVEALED is a condensed and easy to read book about all things British. It is an excellent user-friendly reference for prospective visitors to the UK, Anglophiles, or readers wishing to know and understand popular British culture. Most importantly, BRITAIN REVEALED is aimed at teachers of English as a foreign language, who wish to make their English and optional classes more exciting. The plethora of information provided in this comprehensive teaching aid can be adapted to various levels of language proficiency and can be used in various classroom activities. Focusing on essential questions concerning British culture and civilisation, this volume is also attractive to learners, who will thus have the opportunity of brushing up on their English in a versatile and practical way.

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Author:   Diana Cordea ,  Tracy Hayes
Publisher:   Trivent Publishing
Imprint:   Trivent Publishing
ISBN:  

9786158168953

ISBN 10:   6158168955
Pages:   270
Publication Date:   29 January 2021
Audience:   Primary & secondary/elementary & high school ,  ELT/ESL ,  ELT Intermediate
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1. General Facts CHAPTER 2. Britain's Overseas Territories and the Commonwealth of Nations CHAPTER 3. Key Geographical Facts CHAPTER 4. London - The Capital of a Kingdom CHAPTER 5. Great British Cities CHAPTER 6. Main Events in British History CHAPTER 7. British Parliament, Government and Political Parties CHAPTER 8. The British Royal Family CHAPTER 9. The English Language CHAPTER 10. British Holidays and Celebrations CHAPTER 11. British Myths and Legends CHAPTER 12. British Literature CHAPTER 13. Customs and Social Issues CHAPTER 14. Symbols of Britain CHAPTER 15. Schools and Universities CHAPTER 16. Tips for Tourists

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