Why was Britain dubbed an awkward partner in the EEC? Name all four reasons explaining the idea

Britain’s difficult relationship with its European partners has led often to it being described as ‘an awkward partner’.))
This term was popularised by Stephen George’s 1990 book on UK-EU relations. But people often misquote George by calling Britain ‘the’ awkward partner.
Britain is not the only awkward member of the EU! Britain might be more awkward than most, but other member states have also been awkward. Anyway, Britain’s relationship with the EU has often led to positive outcomes for both.