Chapters 1-5
Why did Opal give the dog she found the name, "Winn-Dixie?"
The store is called "Winn-Dixie"
What did Miss Franny think Winn-Dixie was when she first saw him?
A bear
What is Winn-Dixie's pathological fear?
Thunderstorms
How old was Littmus really when he enlisted int eh Civil War?
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Name someone who came to the party with an item
Miss Franny - Littmus Lozenge
Otis - Pickles
Sweetie Pie Thomas - Picture Dogs
Who is telling the story?
When Miss Franny was telling her story about the bear, what does she say the bear took with it?
A book (War and Peace)
How does Opal and Otis get the animals back into their cages
Otis plats his guitar, Opal catches them
What were the flavors of the Littmuss Lozenge
strawberries and root beer ("sadness")
What did Opal's mom leave behind for the preacher?
Opal
Why does Opal call her dad "the preacher"?
His job is to preach at a church
In order for Opal to afford a leash and collar, what does she offer to do at the pet store?
work for free (dusting, arranging, sweeping)
Why doesn't Opal want to be friends with the Dewberry boys?
They are mean to her and Gloria
What book was Opal reading to Gloria?
"Gone with the Wind"
Where was Winn-Dixie originally hiding from the thunderstorm?
Under Gloria's bed
Why does Opal write down the 10 things about her mother?
She does not want to forget
What do Gloria, Opal, and Winn-Dixie all have in common?
They all like peanut butter
What is the advice Gloria gives to Opal to help her not be afraid of Otis?
Don't judge someone based on their past
Why did Otis go to jail?
He punched an officer in the face because he could not play his guitar
What made Opal surprised when she came back from looking for Winn-Dixie?
Everyone was singing and playing music
When Opal and the preacher went to church, what could Winn-Dixie NOT stand?
being alone
What was the purpose for the bottles on Gloria's tree?
To remind Gloria of her past mistakes
Why was the Civil War important to Miss Franny?
Her great-grandfather, Littmus, fought in the war
Name at least 3 people who said they were coming to the party at Gloria's house
Dunlap & Stevie, Miss Franny, Gloria, Sweetie Pie Thomas, the preacher, Amanda, Otis
What does Dunlap do that surprises Opal?
He offers kindness (to help her stand up)