**Historical Development**?
5. **How do contemporary European comics address modern social and political issues compared to traditional Franco-Belgian comics?
4. **What is the significance of the "bande dessinée" in Belgian and French cultural identity, and how is it celebrated or preserved?
3. **How has the Franco-Belgian comic industry impacted European pop culture, and what role does it play in the global comic market?
2. **Who are some of the most influential artists and writers in the Franco-Belgian comics scene, and what are their notable works?
**What are some of the key characteristics and themes that distinguish Franco-Belgian comics from American or Japanese comics?
How have superhero comics influenced popular culture, and what elements have transcended into other media, such as films and television shows?
What role do digital comics play in the current comics industry, and how have they affected the way readers consume content?
How do graphic novels differ from traditional comic books in terms of storytelling and artistic style?
What impact have independent or small press comics had on the diversity and representation within the medium?
