1. What definition of a stereotype does the author give?
2. Does the author acknowledge the existence of a stereotype?
3. How have the British been known traditionally?
4. How do visitors find an ordinary Briton?
5. What is the most important topic in England?
6. What are the most striking English features?
7. What about the British manners?
8. How are the British viewed according to stereotypes?
9. What are the topics to be used to avoid heated argument?
10. What are some national American characteristics?
11. What comparison does the author make between the British and the Americans?
12. How is competition viewed in America?
13. What about their manners?
14. How can you spot Americans abroad?
15. How is self-reliance viewed?
16. What is their point of view on material wealth?
17. How are the Russians viewed?
18. What are the positive qualities of the Russians that are indicated in the text?