Are You A Tea Expert?

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    Who or what was Mrs Potts in Disney's Beauty and the Beast?

    • A teapot
    • A teacup
    • A teaspoon
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A quiz to test your knowledge of all things tea-related. Find out whether you can pride yourself on being a tea connoisseur or if you should hang your head in shame as a tea ignoramus.

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  • 2. 

    What fruit is used in the production of Earl Gray tea?

    • Bergamot Fruit

    • Kumquat

    • Mangosteen

    Correct Answer
    A. Bergamot Fruit
    Explanation
    Earl Gray tea is known for its distinctive citrus flavor, which is achieved by using bergamot fruit in its production. Bergamot is a type of citrus fruit that is primarily grown in Italy. The peel of the fruit is used to infuse the tea leaves with its unique aroma and taste. This gives Earl Gray tea its characteristic floral and slightly bitter flavor profile. Kumquat and mangosteen are not typically used in the production of Earl Gray tea, making bergamot fruit the correct answer.

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  • 3. 

    Anna Russell, the Duchess of Bedford, is credited with inventing which British tradition in the early 1800s?

    • Tea in a cup and saucer

    • Cream tea

    • Afternoon tea

    Correct Answer
    A. Afternoon tea
    Explanation
    Afternoon tea was invented by Anna Russell, the Duchess of Bedford, in the early 1800s. During this time, it was customary to have only two main meals a day, leaving a long gap between lunch and dinner. The Duchess began to feel hungry during this time and started requesting a tray of tea, bread, butter, and cake to be brought to her room in the late afternoon. This practice soon caught on and became a popular social event, with friends joining the Duchess for tea and light refreshments. Thus, afternoon tea became a British tradition.

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  • 4. 

    What do people who practise tasseography do?

    • Design tea pots

    • Read tea leaves

    • Dry tea leaves

    Correct Answer
    A. Read tea leaves
    Explanation
    People who practice tasseography read tea leaves. This involves interpreting the patterns and symbols formed by the tea leaves that are left in the bottom of a cup after drinking the tea. Tasseography is considered a form of divination or fortune-telling, where the reader analyzes the shapes, lines, and symbols to gain insight into a person's future or current situation. It is a popular practice in many cultures and is often done for fun or spiritual guidance.

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  • 5. 

    Which company first produced the tea bag in the UK?

    • Tetley

    • Yorkshire Tea

    • PG Tips

    Correct Answer
    A. Tetley
    Explanation
    Tetley is the correct answer because it was the first company to produce the tea bag in the UK. This means that Tetley was the first company to introduce the convenient and popular method of brewing tea using a small bag filled with tea leaves. Yorkshire Tea and PG Tips are not the correct answers because they were not the first companies to produce tea bags in the UK.

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  • 6. 

    Which country is the world's largest producer of tea?

    • China

    • India

    • Kenya

    Correct Answer
    A. China
    Explanation
    China is the world's largest producer of tea. It has a long history and tradition of tea cultivation and production. China's tea industry is well-developed and diverse, with various types of tea being produced in different regions. The country's favorable climate and suitable geographical conditions contribute to its high tea production. Additionally, China has a large domestic market and exports a significant amount of tea to other countries, further solidifying its position as the top tea producer globally.

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    Who are Gaffer, Sydney, Maurice, Clarence, Gordon, Tina and Archie?

    • The first people to bring tea to the UK

    • The Tetley Tea Folk

    • The board of directors at the UK Tea Council

    Correct Answer
    A. The Tetley Tea Folk
    Explanation
    Gaffer, Sydney, Maurice, Clarence, Gordon, Tina, and Archie are the Tetley Tea Folk. This group of characters was created by Tetley, a popular tea brand, for their advertising campaigns. The Tetley Tea Folk are a group of animated characters that represent different aspects of tea-making and drinking. They have been featured in various commercials and have become iconic figures in the UK, often associated with Tetley tea.

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  • 8. 

    When was the Boston Tea Party?

    • 1773

    • 1873

    • 1673

    Correct Answer
    A. 1773
    Explanation
    The Boston Tea Party occurred in 1773. It was a political protest by the American colonists against the British government's imposition of taxes on tea. The colonists, disguised as Native Americans, boarded British ships and dumped chests of tea into the Boston Harbor as a form of protest. This event played a significant role in the lead up to the American Revolution and is considered a key moment in American history.

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    Which famous British Prime Minister helped to stop tea smuggling by cutting duty on tea leaves, and increasing a tax on windows?

    • Spencer Perceval (1809-1812)

    • William Pitt The Younger (1759-1806)

    • George Canning (1827-1827)

    Correct Answer
    A. William Pitt The Younger (1759-1806)
    Explanation
    William Pitt The Younger (1759-1806) is the correct answer because he implemented policies to stop tea smuggling. By cutting duty on tea leaves, he made legal tea more affordable, which reduced the incentive for smuggling. Additionally, he increased the tax on windows, known as the window tax, which helped to generate revenue and discourage smuggling activities. These measures were part of his broader efforts to reform the British tax system and combat illegal trade.

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  • 10. 

    Which country is the proud owner of the world's largest teapot?

    • China

    • UK

    • USA

    Correct Answer
    A. USA
    Explanation
    The correct answer is USA because the United States is known for having the world's largest teapot, which is located in Chester, West Virginia. This teapot is a famous landmark and a symbol of the town's pottery industry.

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  • 11. 

    The only tea plantation in the UK is in which county?

    • Lincolnshire

    • Kent

    • Cornwall

    Correct Answer
    A. Cornwall
    Explanation
    Cornwall is the correct answer because it is the only county in the UK where tea is commercially grown and harvested. The unique climate and soil conditions in Cornwall make it suitable for tea cultivation. The Tregothnan Estate, located in Cornwall, is known for its tea plantation and produces a variety of teas. Therefore, Cornwall is the only county in the UK with a tea plantation.

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  • 12. 

    According to the UK Tea Council, how many million cups of tea are drunk in the UK every day of the year?

    • 214 million

    • 196 million

    • 165 million

    Correct Answer
    A. 165 million
    Explanation
    According to the UK Tea Council, it is estimated that 165 million cups of tea are consumed in the UK every day of the year. This suggests that tea is a popular beverage in the country, with a significant number of people enjoying it on a daily basis.

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    What percentage of the tea drunk in the UK comes from tea bags?

    • 88%

    • 91%

    • 96%

    Correct Answer
    A. 96%
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 96%. This means that 96% of the tea consumed in the UK is made using tea bags. This indicates that tea bags are the most popular and widely used method of preparing tea in the country. It is likely that tea bags are preferred due to their convenience and ease of use compared to loose tea leaves.

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  • 14. 

    In which decade was the tea bag launched in the UK?

    • 1930s

    • 1940s

    • 1950s

    Correct Answer
    A. 1950s
    Explanation
    Tea bags were launched in the UK in the 1950s. This innovation revolutionized the way tea was prepared and consumed. The convenience and ease of using tea bags made them popular among tea drinkers. Prior to this, loose tea leaves were commonly used, requiring a tea strainer or infuser. The introduction of tea bags made brewing tea quicker and more convenient, leading to their widespread adoption in the 1950s.

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  • 15. 

    Which character hosts a garden tea party in the book Alice’s Adventure’s in Wonderland?

    • The Queen of Hearts

    • The Mad Hatter

    • The March Hare

    Correct Answer
    A. The March Hare
    Explanation
    In the book Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, the March Hare hosts a garden tea party. This can be inferred from the fact that the March Hare is one of the options given and the question asks which character hosts the tea party. The Mad Hatter is also known for attending the tea party, but he is not the one hosting it. The Queen of Hearts is not associated with hosting a tea party in the book.

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