The History of Tea

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What is the reason for the bitter taste in tea leaves?

  • The slow development of plants
  • The production of a bitter substance as a protection against insects (correct)
  • The higher altitude of the plants
  • The presence of insects during growth

Why do tea leaves found higher up in the mountains have a natural sweetness?

  • Due to the presence of insects at higher altitudes
  • The slower development of plants at higher altitudes (correct)
  • The production of a sweet substance as a protection against insects
  • Increased sunlight at higher altitudes

What gives matcha tea its unique flavor and vibrant green color?

  • Being grown in the shade (correct)
  • Growing in full sun
  • Being stored in air-tight containers
  • Being ground into a powder

Why is it recommended to avoid buying older tea leaves?

<p>Older leaves are of lower quality (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of selecting organic tea?

<p>It ensures avoidance of chemicals (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the origin of the discovery of tea according to the legend?

<p>The Chinese emperor Shen Nung discovered tea accidentally when leaves blew into his servant's boiling water. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference in the manufacturing process between green and black teas?

<p>Green tea leaves are steamed, preserving their green colour and delicate flavour, while black tea leaves are exposed to more oxygen. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of whether the tea leaves were picked by hand or machine?

<p>Hand-picked leaves are recommended as they result in a less bitter taste compared to machine-picked leaves. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factor affects the price of tea according to the text?

<p>The quality of the tea (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information should consumers check on the packaging before making a purchase according to the text?

<p>The type of processing method used for the tea leaves (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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