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British writers/scientists

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  • Which British scientist, living or dead, do you admire most, and what is their most important achievement?
  • In your opinion, do British novels deal with issues that are still relevant to teenagers today, such as identity, social class, or mental health?
  • Do you prefer modern British novels (like those by Zadie Smith or Kazuo Ishiguro) or the 19th‑century classics (like Dickens or the Brontës)? What makes your choice?
  • Have you ever studied the work of Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, or Stephen Hawking in school? What did you learn from them?
  • Do you generally enjoy reading British literature, or do you find it too traditional and difficult to relate to? Why?
  • If you could recommend one British book to all your peers, which one would it be and why?
  • Do you think British scientists have had a greater impact on physics, biology, or technology? Give an example to support your view.
  • When you think of British classics, which authors come to mind first — and have you actually read any of their works?
  • Which British authors have you studied at school recently, and which have you chosen to read in your free time?
  • Some people say that British literature is too focused on the past. Do you agree, or can it teach us something about the modern world?
  • Have you ever read any British poetry (for example, by Shakespeare, Wordsworth, or Duffy)? If yes, how did it affect you?
  • Who is your favourite British writer, and what is it about their style, themes, or characters that appeals to you?
  • Do you have a favourite character from British literature? Please describe them and explain why they stand out to you.