—OK, I won't forget, mom.
The British have many traditions but there is nothing more special than "taking" afternoon tea. It was the invention of afternoon tea that turned drinking tea into a popular activity.
This social activity has been a tradition dating back to the 1840s, as a light snack to bridge the gap（间隙） between lunch and dinner. It went on to become popular for the nobles（贵族）.
Now there is a resurgence（复兴） in its popularity in the UK and it's available（可获得的） to anyone who is able to buy it. Although it can be enjoyed at home, the best way to experience it is at a smart hotel or cafe. But if you're thinking of visiting such a place, remember the rules to stop from being asked to leave.
*Make sure you order the right thing-it is afternoon tea not high tea, or a cream tea. These are something different.
*Dress smartly-it's an important occasion. Certain places require a man to wear a jacket and tie and ladies should wear a hat.
★Stir（搅拌）your tea correctly一 do not knock（放）your spoon against the cup and do not leave it in the cup! Stir back and forth not around in circles.
*Start by eating the sandwiches first before moving on to the sweet things.
*The sandwiches are called "finger sandwiches" and therefore eaten by hand not with a knife and fork.
*When eating, take small bites and eat slowly. This will let you join in the conversation without always having a full mouth.
*Although you can ask for more sandwiches and cakes, don't put them in your handbags to eat later！
