5. **What role do indigenous cultures and folklore play in the comic book traditions of countries such as India or the Philippines, and how are these narratives integrated into contemporary comics?
5. **What are some notable examples of comic book traditions from countries like France (bande dessinée) and Belgium, and how have they contributed to the global comic culture?
**What are the defining characteristics of European comic book traditions, such as the Franco-Belgian and Italian comics, compared to American superhero comics?
2. **How do Japanese manga differ in narrative structure and artistic style from Western comic books, and what influence have they had on global comic book culture?
3. **What role do Latin American comic book traditions play in exploring cultural and social issues, and how are they reflected in the storytelling techniques used by creators in this region?