My dear students, you'll have to write an essay about Russian traditions of drinking tea. Tea has become an essential part of our social life that links us back to ancient China, adds the colour and beauty of fine tea wares to our tables, offers us a drink that is cleansing and revitalising, and reminds us of the mystical powers of tea to calm and focus us in our busy everyday lives.
Here are the questions and ideas that, I hope, will help you with your writing:
When did tea first arrive in Russia?
What were early tea customs?
What was the central symbol of the Russian tea ceremony?
What does 'Russian tea' mean nowadays?
When is tea served during the day?
Are there any tea rooms in Russia?
What about you? Do you drink tea? What are your preferences?
Key words: Russian Tea Time, Czar, Samovar, Zavarka, Bliny, Podstakanniki.
Write 150-200 words.
Useful links:
http://russian-crafts.com/customs/tea-ceremony.html
http://www.rispubs.com/article.cfm?Number=193
http://www.rus-sell.com/article38-Russian+tea+-+tea+drinking+in+Russia.html
http://www.teaware.com/RTC/Story.html
1 comment:
Does it true that we don't have to write the composition about Russian tea-drinking ceremony?
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