Traditional Books Vs E-books

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Originally published on June 10, 2019 and last updated on February 4, 2023
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E-readers like the Kindle are become increasingly popular in today’s modern society. Traditional paperback books seemed to be experiencing the opposite trend as people would rather read on their e-reader or tablet.

Some of the advantages of an e-reader are obvious, but the traditional book still comes with its fair share of benefits leaving public opinion split as to which is better.

Instructions:
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Useful Vocabulary

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  • e-reader (noun)
  • e-book (noun)
  • convenient (adjective)

Conversation Questions

  • What's better, traditional books or E-books?
  • Do you like reading?
  • Do you have an e-reader?
  • Are some type of books better with an e-reader?
  • Why have e-readers become so popular?
  • Are there less book shops where you live compared to when you were a child?
  • What are the benefits of traditional paperback and hardback books?

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Gregory
This conversation topic was prepared by Gregory

Gregory is a qualified TEFL teacher who has been teaching English as a Foreign Language (ESL) for over a decade. He has taught in-person classes in Spain and to English learners around the world online.