AOffering tea to the elders,for example,is a way of showing respect.A newly-married
couple may serve tea during their wedding ceremony to express thanks to their parents.In other
situations,pouring tea for someone can be a way to say sorry.
In the UK,afternoon tea is the most famous tea tradition.It started in the 1840s.It usually
happens at around 4 p.m.,but it can be a little earlier or later.It is a time for conversation and
relaxation,when people take a break from their day.Traditionally,afternoon tea is taken with
cakes and sandwiches.
In the UK,high tea is a variation (on afternoon tea.In the past,high tea was for
working-class families that could not pay for a proper dinner.It happens a little later than
afternoon tea and is served with a hot meal,including meat,home-made bread,vegetables...
Tea customs play an important role in both China and the UK.In China,tea customs are a
way to express feelings.In the UK,they let people relax and rest during a busy day.
36.What does the tea drinker mean when he knocks on the table with his index finger and middle
finger in China
A.To praise the tea.
B.To thank the server.
C.To ask his cup to be filled.
D.To show his respect for the server.
37.Which of the following is the best for“△”in Paragraph3
A.In China,tea is a sign of trust.
B.In China,tea has a long history.
C.In China,there are different kinds of tea.
D.In China,tea customs can express different feelings.
38.What are the differences between afternoon tea and high tea
DThey were introduced by different classes.
2They're served with different food.
3They happen at different times.
4They happen in different countries.
A.①②
B.②③
C.①④
D.③④
39.Which of the following shows the structure of the passage
PIP2
回
回
PIP2
A.
P4P5
B.P2
P3P4P5
C.P2P3
P4P5
D.P3P4
P5
函
P6
函
P6
40.What is the passage mainly about
A.Tea cultures in two different countries.
B.Different ways of drinking tea.
C.Why tea is so important around the world.
D.How Chinese tea customs influenced the UK.
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