History
What company has been the main importer of tea to London through time?
East India Company
What is the main evening meal also referred to as by the British?
Tea
What was the second most popular tea type among brits?
Early Grey tea
When did tea become accessible to the working class?
By the 19th century
What was the cake's name which is eaten with afternoon or high tea?
Victoria sponge cake
What percent of tea-drinkers in the UK prefer to add milk to their tea?
a) 97%
b) 86%
c) 98%
d) 89%
98%
Who is the inventor of afternoon tea?
the 7th Duchess of Bedford
What an important detail about the sandwiches which are eaten during afternoon tea?
They are crustless
Why was milk poured first in the past?
To prevent poorer quality porcelain from breaking
Who believed that tea had serious health benefits in the 17th century?
Thomas Garway
The main difference between afternoon and high tea?
High tea: savory dishes (hot or cold) etc are served
Afternoon tea: pastries, cakes, sandwiches (these arent't considered as a dish!) etc are served
OR:
Afternoon tea is served 3.30 pm -5 pm, high tea is served 5 pm -7 pm
OR:
Afternoon tea is a light meal, high tea is much more filling