I have never actually used a teapot, have you?
yes, I actually have a collection of teapots, They are basically used for steeping tea leaves, tea is also a great herbal mix
Do you have any favorite types of tea?
The teapot was invented in China, as were many teas, I like a standard chinese tea
That's interesting as I have never tried Chinese tea. What does it taste like in comparison to say, green tea? 
Before the invemtion of the teapot the Tang dynasty used cauldrons, can you imagine. Chinese tea tea is a black tea so a little more potant then green tea but I like that too
Brewing tea in a cauldron definitely sounds interesting. What else do you know about the history of teapots?
well in modern times the thermal cover is used around the teapot to enhance the steeping process, and allows it to stay warmer longer