THE IRISH CULTURE BOOK 1 is a book of activities designed to foster discussion on aspects of Irish culture. It can be used by anyone with an interest in exploring Irish culture, most especially in a learning, multicultural environment. This new edition has been extensively redesigned and illustrated in full colour. Each unit has lots of new and updated discussions, quotes and activities plus all the most popular activities from the first edition. The book is particularly useful for students of English as a Second Language (ESL) and can be used as part of a language course or as a self-access book. All activities are photocopiable in colour. The book can help develop speaking skills and improve fluency. The conversations deepen critical thinking skills essential for success in a new culture and also for studying in university programs. The book is full of interesting and thought-provoking activities that give users great opportunities for comparative reflection on their own cultures and help develop cross cultural awareness. There are over 350 questions, over 100 quotations including Irish proverbs; as well as questionnaires, matching and correcting exercises; quizzes and creative problem-solving tasks.