A Slice of History: The Story of Pizza

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Questions

1. Where did modern pizza originate?
2. Who made the special pizza for Queen Margherita?
3. What year did Queen Margherita visit Naples?
4. Why was pizza popular among poor people in Naples?
5. Why do you think pizza is loved by so many people today?
6. Is Chicago-style pizza thin and crispy?
7. Did Italian immigrants bring pizza to the United States?

True or False

1. The first pizzas were made in ancient Greece and Egypt. (True)
2. Margherita pizza has only one topping. (False)
3. Pizza became popular in Italy in the 18th century. (True)
4. Raffaele Esposito was a famous artist. (False)
5. People can find many different styles of pizza today. (True)

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Discussion Questions

1. What is your favorite type of pizza and why?
2. Have you ever made pizza at home? What toppings did you use?
3. How do you feel about sharing pizza with friends or family?
4. Do you think pizza is a good food for parties? Why or why not?
5. What is a food from your country that you think is similar to pizza?

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Answer Key

Questions

1. Naples, Italy
2. Raffaele Esposito
3. 1889
4. It was cheap and easy to make.
5. (Students' answers may vary.)
6. No
7. Yes

True or False

1. True
2. False
3. True
4. False
5. True