Waiting for the Peddler

Mama was feeling sick. “Lisa, I cannot make you a snack,” she said. “Can you watch out for the peddler while I rest?” “Yes Mama,” Lisa answered. Soon, a man shouted, “Taho! Taho!” Lisa ran. “Two cups please,” she said. Lisa paid the man. She got one cup of taho and gave the other to Mama. “Thank you, Lisa. I feel much better now,” said Mama. “You’re welcome, Mama!”

What is it that Mama could NOT do?

• a. She could not go out.

• b. She could not make Lisa a snack.

• c. She could not wait for the peddler

Which of the following did NOT happen in the story?

• a. Lisa went out to buy taho.

• b. Lisa waited for the peddler.

• c. Lisa made a snack for Mama.

Which of the following words best describes Lisa?

• a. obedient

• b. resourceful

• c. hardworking

Which statement tells us what a peddler can do?

• a. A peddler sells snacks.

• b. A peddler visits the sick.

• c. A peddler brings medicine.

When we “watch out” for something or someone, we ____?

• a. look at something

• b. wait for something

• c. go away from something

Which statement best fits the story?

• a. It is good to visit the sick.

• b. It is best to buy from a peddler.

• c. Those who help us sometimes need help, too.