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    The warm weather outside may look perfect for outdoor exercise. But for those who are not that sporty, ____ could be nicer than having relaxing afternoon tea with a few good friends and taking ____ break?

    But are you familiar with the culture of afternoon tea—its origins, what ____ (include), and the proper etiquette (礼仪)? We sum up a few things you need to know about this traditional English custom so that you can enjoy it ____ (much).

    While the tradition of ____ (drink) tea dates back to about 3,000 BC in China, it was not until the mid-17th century ____ the concept of “afternoon tea” first appeared in the UK. In 1840, Anna Maria Russell, the seventh Duchess of Bedford, started to ask for a tea tray ____ butter, bread and cakes at 4 pm every day, as she found she was hungry at this time every day and the evening meal in her household was served ____ (fashion) late at 8 pm. She found this new habit difficult ____ (break) and soon invited other ladies in society to join her. This pause for tea quickly became a popular social event. In the 1880s, women of upper class and society would put on gowns, ____ (glove) and hats for their afternoon tea.