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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." Full Product DetailsAuthor: Diana Cordea , Tracy HayesPublisher: Trivent Publishing Imprint: Trivent Publishing ISBN: 9786158168953ISBN 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 ![]() This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsCHAPTER 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 TouristsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |