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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 results 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 and is commonly consumed on both casual and formal occasions both for personal enjoyment and to represent Chinese cultural traditions.
Japanese tea culture
Japan also 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.
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 British tea tradition 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.
【语篇概述】本文是一篇说明文。虽然茶起源于亚洲,但如今世界上许多国家的饮食文化和传统中都融入了茶的元素。文章主要介绍了中国、日本、英国和摩洛哥的茶文化。
21.Why can tea find its way into various food cultures?
A.It originates in Asia.
B.It forms different ceremonies.
C.It gets people connected easily.
D.It allows people to sit together.
【解析】选C。细节理解题。根据第一段第二句(这是茶的一个非常特殊的部分,因为它通过不同的方式和仪式将世界各地的人们联系在一起,最终导致一群人坐在一起,享受一杯茶)可知,茶能融入多种饮食文化,是因为它能使人们很容易地联系在一起。故选C。
22.What do Chinese and Japanese tea cultures have in common according to the text?
A.They have a long history.
B.They are used in medicine.
C.They are famous for ground green tea.
D.They’ve long gained worldwide recognition.
【解析】选A。细节理解题。根据Chinese tea culture部分第一句(由于中国被视为茶的诞生地,所以中国茶文化具有丰富的历史和传统也就不足为奇了)以及Japanese tea culture部分(日本的茶也有悠久的历史,尤其是日本抹茶,这是一种研磨的绿茶,在日本茶道中被普遍使用,直到近几年才在西方文化中流行起来)可知,中国和日本的茶文化的共同点在于它们有很长的历史。故选A。
23.In which column on social media may the text appear?
A.Healthy You. B.Social Insight.
C.Cultural Corner. D.Attractive Feet Travel.
【解析】选C。推理判断题。根据第一段中“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.(虽然茶起源于亚洲,但如今世界上许多国家的饮食文化和传统中都融入了茶的元素)”,并结合文章主要介绍了中国、日本、英国和摩洛哥的茶文化可推知,文章可能出现在社交媒体的“文化角”栏目。故选C。
