Brits Less Excited than Hoped for London 2012

The transcript discusses the British public's lukewarm excitement towards the upcoming London Olympics, noting that only 8% are very excited. It highlights the cultural tendency of British people to not get overly excited about events too quickly. The Olympic torch's journey is mentioned as a potential catalyst for growing excitement. The discussion emphasizes that excitement cannot be forced and may develop gradually as the event approaches.

How do British people typically react to events like the Olympics, based on the text?

What does the text suggest about the timing of excitement for events like the royal wedding?

What does the author imply about the nature of excitement among people?

What is the general sentiment of Britons towards the London Olympics according to the text?

What percentage of Britons are very excited about the London Olympics?