Tofu Takes Time by Helen H. Wu

What is the main idea of "Tofu Takes Time" by Helen H. Wu?

• Tofu is a delicious food.

• Making tofu requires patience and time.

• Tofu is made from soybeans.

• Tofu is a popular dish in many countries.

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CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Which of the following is a key detail from the story?

• Tofu is made in a factory.

• The process of making tofu involves several steps.

• Tofu is only eaten in Asia.

• Tofu is made from rice.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

Describe a character trait of the main character in "Tofu Takes Time."

• Impatient

• Curious

• Lazy

• Angry

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What can you infer about the main character's feelings towards making tofu?

• The character finds it boring.

• The character is excited to learn.

• The character dislikes tofu.

• The character is indifferent.

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CCSS.RL.1.9

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

Compare and contrast the process of making tofu with making bread. Which statement is true?

• Both processes are quick and easy.

• Both require time and patience.

• Tofu is made from wheat, while bread is made from soybeans.

• Bread takes longer to make than tofu.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What is the first step in making tofu according to the story?

• Grinding the soybeans.

• Soaking the soybeans.

• Pressing the tofu.

• Cooking the soybeans.

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CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.3

Summarize the key details of the tofu-making process.

• Tofu is made by mixing soybeans with water and cooking them.

• Tofu is made by soaking, grinding, cooking, and pressing soybeans.

• Tofu is made by frying soybeans.

• Tofu is made by boiling soybeans and adding spices.

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CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.4.5

What reasoning might the main character use to understand why tofu takes time to make?

• Because it is a complicated dish.

• Because each step is important for the final product.

• Because it is made from rare ingredients.

• Because it is cooked at a high temperature.

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CCSS.RL.1.9

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

How does the main character's attitude change throughout the story?

• From excited to bored.

• From curious to frustrated.

• From impatient to understanding.

• From uninterested to interested.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

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CCSS.RL.6.3

Sequence the events in the tofu-making process as described in the story.

• Grinding, soaking, cooking, pressing.

• Soaking, grinding, cooking, pressing.

• Pressing, cooking, soaking, grinding.

• Cooking, pressing, soaking, grinding.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3