世界各地的茶文化

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难词探意

1.property/'prɒpəti/n.性质；特性

2.Japanese Matcha日式抹茶

3.purity/'pjʊərəti/n.纯粹；纯净；纯洁

4.Earl Grey tea伯爵红茶

5.negotiation/nɪ'ɡəʊʃi'eɪʃn/n.协商；谈判

6.mint tea薄荷茶

While tea may have originated in Asia,now there are many countries all around the world that have tea woven into their food culture and traditions.This is one of the very special parts of tea as it has a way of connecting people all over the world in different ways and ceremonies that finally all result in a group of people sitting together and enjoying a cup of tea.

Chinese tea culture

Since China is viewed as the birthplace of tea,it is no wonder that Chinese tea culture is rich with history and tradition.Today,Chinese tea continues to be used in Chinese medicine for its medicinal properties and is commonly consumed on both casual and formal occasions both for personal enjoyment and to represent Chinese cultural traditions.

Japanese tea culture

Similar to China,Japan has a long history with tea，especially Japanese Matcha,which is a kind of ground green tea that is commonly used in Japanese tea ceremonies and only in recent years became popular in Western culture.In Japan,the tea ceremony is a way to bring about harmony,respect,purity,and peace and represents the Japanese culture and tradition.

British tea culture

When many people think about tea,British tea culture is what comes to mind.A hot cup of English Breakfast or Earl Grey tea serves with a little milk and a biscuit in the afternoon as a pick-me-up for the day.Even though tea may not be native to England,this tradition of taking some time in the afternoon to sit and enjoy a cup of tea is a British tea tradition that is still going strong today.

Moroccan tea culture

When you visit Morocco，it is hard to miss the outstanding tea culture that is such a large part of Moroccan hospitality.Before any gathering,negotiation,or sale of a product,a pot of mint tea is always prepared and served among the host and guests.This is an expression of Moroccan tradition and hospitality,which should always be accepted by guests as a sign of appreciation and respect to the host.

Reading Check

Ⅰ.Choose the best answer for each question.

1.According to paragraph 1,what is the main function of tea?

A.To reflect various traditions in history.

B.To connect people throughout the world.

C.To let a group of people sit together.

D.To cure diseases as a medicine.

2.If you want to enjoy a special afternoon tea,which country might be the best choice?

A.China.

B.Japan.

C.England.

D.Morocco.

3.What does the underlined word “hospitality”in the last paragraph probably mean?

A.Being kind in welcoming guests.

B.Being active in welcoming guests.

C.Being delighted in welcoming guests.

D.Being formal in welcoming guests.

Ⅱ.Discussion

What is your new understanding of tea cultures around the world?And can you share your local tea culture with your classmates?

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Language Study

Sentence for writing

Since China is viewed as the birthplace of tea,it is no wonder that Chinese tea culture is rich with history and tradition.

【信息提取】本句中，be viewed as...意为“被视为……”；it is no wonder that...意为“难怪……”，since引导的是原因状语从句。

【句式仿写】玛丽学习很努力，难怪她在考试中总得第一名。

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