A History of Tea

Story: A History of Tea

Conflicts	· The internal conflict is when Beverly said that she is going to China and she looks forward to it. It is despite the fact that she knows that most travelers find the food disgusting yet expensive. (pg 112) · The external conflict is the opium wars. The Opium Wars broke out with the English ready to go to war to get free trade against the Chinese government, who opposed the trade of opium fearing their addictive and dangerous values. (pg 119~120)
Climax	The climax began when Beverly mentioned that she was going around Asia. It gave the author of the story something to think about his travels and how he has never gotten a chance to explore Asia. (pg113)
Resolution	· Revelation. Nothing much happened in the end just that the conversation has ended.

Characters

Beverly	· Smart (has plans to study history at Oxford/Cambridge, pg 111) · Understanding (She knows her mother loves tea pg 111)
Aunt Sherrie	· Addicted to Tea (pg 111) · Religious ( pg 119)
Grandmother	· Religious (goes to Church pg 117) · Traditional (pg 115)

Most Interesting segment:

The most interesting segment of this story is when Beverly talks about her Jewish boyfriend. Not to forget, also, when her parents disapprove of her relationship with him. This makes me feel curious on what Beverly would do to keep their relationship..