Ben Yokoyama and the Cookie of Doom Flashcards
Who is the main character of the story?
Ben Yokoyama, a young boy who takes fortune cookies very seriously.
What does Ben receive that sets the story in motion?
A fortune cookie that says ‘Live each day as if it were your last.’
Who are Ben’s best friends?
Janet and Peter.
What is the name of Ben’s pet?
Darth Paper, his origami finger puppet.
Where does most of the story take place?
In Ben’s hometown, including his school and various locations around town.
What does Ben create to help him accomplish his goals?
A bucket list of things to do before he dies.
What is one of the first items on Ben’s bucket list?
To tell his crush, Hestia, that he likes her.
Who is Mr. Crumbly?
Ben’s neighbor who helps him with some of his bucket list items.
What dangerous activity does Ben attempt that worries his parents?
Riding a shopping cart down a steep hill.
What instrument does Ben try to learn as part of his bucket list?
The guitar.
What sport does Ben attempt to master in a short time?
Soccer.
Who is Ms. Tamasaki?
Ben’s teacher who becomes concerned about his behavior.
What does Ben do that gets him in trouble at school?
He disrupts class by trying to complete his bucket list items.
What job does Ben’s father have?
He’s a doctor.
What cultural background does Ben’s family have?
Japanese-American.
