The history of tea

How did Shennong discover tea?

• • He discovered it while searching for food and herbs in the forest.

• • He discovered it while bathing by the river.

• • He saw it in a dream.

How was tea initially consumed in ancient China?

• As a medicinal herb

• • As a vegetable

• • As a dessert

• • As a beverage

Which century did the Japanese tea ceremony form in?

• 8th century

• 10th century

• 9th century

• 11th century

The three essential Chinese export goods are：

• tea

• paper

• porcelain

• silk

What did Britain initially use to pay for Chinese tea?

• Grain

• Silver

• Spices

• Gold