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True or false: Tea consumption in Britain decreased during the Covid lockdowns in 2020.
True or false: Tea consumption in Britain decreased during the Covid lockdowns in 2020.
False (B)
True or false: Tea became popular in the UK as an alternative to tea in the 18th century.
True or false: Tea became popular in the UK as an alternative to tea in the 18th century.
False (B)
True or false: Tea is only enjoyed by the Royal Family in Britain.
True or false: Tea is only enjoyed by the Royal Family in Britain.
False (B)
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Study Notes
- Tea remains the most popular drink in Britain, accounting for over 40% of all drinks consumed except water.
- The average Briton over the age of 10 drinks 2.5 cups of tea per day, over 900 cups per year.
- Britain is one of the top tea-drinking nations, with only the Irish and Turks consuming more tea.
- Tea consumption in Britain increased by 50% during the Covid lockdowns in 2020.
- Tea has a long history in the UK, with the first tea sold in London in 1657.
- Tea became popular as an alternative to coffee in the 17th century.
- Thomas Garway, the owner of a coffee house, sold the first tea in London.
- By 1700, there were over 500 coffee houses in London selling tea.
- Tea is an essential part of life in Britain, enjoyed by everyone from the Royal Family to the homeless and out-of-work.
- Tea distinguishes life in Britain from life anywhere else.
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