Characters
Who is Opal’s father?
The Preacher
In what store did Opal first meet Winn-Dixie?
The Winn Dixie Grocery Store
Why did Opal want to have the party?
To bring her friends together in one place.
Who becomes Opal’s true first friend in Naomi?
Miss Franny Block
What was Winn-Dixie doing the first time Opal saw him?
Making a mess in the grocery store.
Who runs the pet store?
Otis
What town and state does Opal live in?
Naomi, Florida
Why does Winn-Dixie hurry away from the party?
He is afraid of thunder
What does Opal learn about Amanda after talking with her?
She feels lonely too
What is the name of the pet store?
Gertrude’s Pets
Who hangs bottles in her tree?
What kind of weather happens during Opal’s party?
How does Opal feel when Winn-Dixie is missing?
Frightened and heartbroken
What do the Littmus Lozenges teach about life?
Life is both sweet and sad.
Why was Otis sent to jail?
For playing his music
Who is pinched face but her feelings are misunderstood?
Amanda Wilkinson
Where was Winn-Dixie hiding during the storm?
Who helps Opal look for Winn-Dixie in the storm?
The Preacher
What does Amanda Wilkinson do at the party that shows she has changed?
She is kind, joins in, and participates with everyone.
What does Gloria Dump tell Opal about mistakes?
You can’t always judge people by their past.
Whose grandfather created candy that reminded people of both happy and sad times?
What is the name of the church the Preacher works at?
The Open Arms Baptist Church
What lesson does Opal learn about friendship at the end?
True friends stay with you during happy and hard times.
How does Opal begin to feel love again by the end of the story?
She realizes she has friends, her father shares stories about her mom, and she feels less alone.
How does the story end? How does Opal feel?
The story ends with Opal and all the invited party guests singing together. Opal feels hopeful and happy.