Sundae

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/sundae

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the dessert classification?Frozen dessert, typically ice cream-based, served with sauces and toppings
2. What is the country of origin and popularization?United States, emerging in the late 19th century
3. Where did the sundae come from?The sundae first appeared in the late 1800s in America. Some say it was made to avoid Sunday laws that stopped selling soda drinks, so people added ice cream and syrup instead.
4. Why do people add so many toppings to a sundae?Toppings give the sundae different textures and flavors, making each bite exciting. They also let people choose what they like best.

Circumvention: The act of finding a way around an obstacle or difficulty, such as a law.
Artisanal: Made in a traditional or non-mechanized way using high-quality ingredients and skilled craftsmanship.
Culinary Trends: The prevailing styles and preferences in cooking and food preparation at a particular time.