Characters
Which character is described as having a pinched-up face?
Amanda Wilkinson
To move very fast without much control
barreling
What did Winn-Dixie do when he smiled?
He sneezed
The Good Samaritan demonstrates love, kindness, and bringing people together. Which character from the novel can be compared to the Good Samaritan?
Winn-Dixie
Which state is the story set in?
Florida
Who is the first friend that Opal makes in Naomi? (Other than Winn-Dixie)
Miss Franny
a person who travels to another country to teach others about their religion
missionary
What did Gloria Dump usually feed Winn-Dixie?
Peanut butter
Music softens hearts. Like David calming Saul with his harp. Which character brings peace to those around them- even animals?
Otis
What is the name of the town Opal moved to?
Naomi
How did Opal's life change after the summer with Winn-Dixie?
She isn't lonely or sad anymore.
a feeling of sadness
melancholy
What did Sweetie Pie say the Littmus Lozenge tasted like?
Not having a dog
When we are going through a tough time, God bears our burden. Who in the book sits back and bears the burden of another character when they are in a panic?
Opal and the Preacher (when Winn-Dixie is scared of the thunderstorm).
Where did Opal find Winn-Dixie in the beginning of the story?
The Winn-Dixie grocery store
How do you know that Dunlap wants to be Opal's friend at the end of the novel? Give 2 examples of how you know.
He waves at her when she leaves to search for Winn-Dixie. He reaches out his hand to help her up when she is underneath the tree.
showing an unreasonable amount of self-esteem
prideful
What do the bottles on Gloria Dump's tree represent?
Her mistakes
2 Corinthians 5:17 talks about God restoring broken people through love, forgiveness, and community. Name 3 characters from the book who are examples of restoration.
Opal, Gloria, the Preacher
What was unique about Open Arms Baptist Church?
It was in an old convenience store. There were no pews, people brought in chairs.
How has Opal's relationship with the preacher changed from the beginning of the novel to the end of the novel? What event helped this happen?
He came out of his shell. Searching for Winn-Dixie.
a false believe or idea that is often mistaken as a fact
myth
Opal was angry at her father because she thought he gave up on her mother and is now giving up on Winn-Dixie.
Romans 3:23 says, "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God."
Name one example of this scripture that happens in the novel.
Otis, Gloria
Where did Opal live before she moved to Naomi?
Watley