Tea party etiquette depends on the customs and accepted standards of behaviour of a given time period and place. 1900 etiquette demonstrated etiquette to be linked with conservative and rigid gender roles.[9] Manners were of utmost importance in the proper conduct of men and women in early tea parties.[9]

There are several rules of etiquette noted during the 19th and 20th centuries. Various rules of etiquette included:

1. Learn to be patient[10]
2. Restrain your temper[10]
3. Refrain from speaking in anger[10]
4. Silence is more valuable than speech[10]

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