题型：语法填空（语篇） 题类：常考题 难易度：普通
2016-2017学年湖北武汉二中高二上期中考试英语试卷
The warm weather outside may look perfect for outdoor exercise. But for those who are not that sporty, could be nicer than having relaxing afternoon tea with a few good friends and taking break?
But are you familiar with the culture of afternoon tea—its origins, what (include), and the proper etiquette (礼仪)? We sum up a few things you need to know about this traditional English custom so that you can enjoy it (much).
While the tradition of (drink) tea dates back to about 3,000 BC in China, it was not until the mid-17th century the concept of “afternoon tea” first appeared in the UK. In 1840, Anna Maria Russell, the seventh Duchess of Bedford, started to ask for a tea tray butter, bread and cakes at 4 pm every day, as she found she was hungry at this time every day and the evening meal in her household was served (fashion) late at 8 pm. She found this new habit difficult (break) and soon invited other ladies in society to join her. This pause for tea quickly became a popular social event. In the 1880s, women of upper class and society would put on gowns, (glove) and hats for their afternoon tea.
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