The text states: "In a small town three friends decided to see who could make the best pizza. Their names were Max, Ben, and Mia." This indicates they were friends. The text also describes them deciding to make pizzas and Max's mother calling it a "pizza competition." Therefore, wanting to buy a pizza is the FALSE statement.
Answer: 2) wanted to buy a pizza.
The text says: "Max did not want to make a usual pizza and he added a lot of sugar to the cheese on his pizza. He wanted to do a funny thing." Later, it mentions: "Everyone started to laugh. Max's mother said that all the children were the winners because they learned that it is great to be together and enjoy each other's company." This implies his unusual pizza was intended to be humorous and create a memorable, fun experience, aligning with making everyone laugh.
Answer: 2) Because he wanted to make everyone laugh.