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The earliest pizzas were topped with only tomatoes and cheese. Now people put many toppings on their pizza including many different meats and vegetables. Pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, and onions are popular toppings.

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The popular Margherita pizza was invented in Naples. In 1889, the Italian king and queen visited the city. They wanted to try pizza. A baker made them a basil, cheese, and tomato pizza. The queen loved it! It was then named “Margherita,” after the queen.

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Making Connections

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People put all kinds of different toppings on pizza. What is your favorite pizza topping?

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Have you read any other books about food? What did you learn?

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Pizza was invented in Italy, but it is popular in the United States. What other popular foods come from countries outside the United States?

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