Because of Winn-Dixie Comprehension Quiz

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Questions and Answers

Who is telling the story?

India Opal Buloni

What does her father do for a living?

He is a preacher

Why did she name it Winn Dixie?

It was the name of the grocery store and it was the first thing that came into her head

Where do Opal and her father live?

Friendly Corners Trailer Park in Naomi, FL Signup and view all the answers

How old is Opal now?

10 years old Signup and view all the answers

What are 3 things her father told her about mama?

She was funny. She had red hair and freckles. She likes to plant things. Signup and view all the answers

What did Winn Dixie do in the church?

He chased a mouse and caught it Signup and view all the answers

Who was the 1st friend Opal made in Naomi?

Miss Franny Block Signup and view all the answers

What did Miss Franny Block tell her father she wanted for her birthday?

A small library Signup and view all the answers

Who came into the library to return a book?

Old pinched face, Amanda Witcansin Signup and view all the answers

How will Opal pay for the items she purchases at Gertrude's Pet Shop?

She will work at the store, by sweeping, dusting, and taking out trash Signup and view all the answers

Who lived in the witch's house?

Gloria Dump Signup and view all the answers

What did she feed Winn Dixie and Opal?

Peanut Butter Sandwiches Signup and view all the answers

Why is it called a wait and see tree?

You have to wait for it to grow before you can go see what kind of tree it will be Signup and view all the answers

What was wrong with Winn Dixie?

He was afraid of thunder storms Signup and view all the answers

What did Sweetie Pie call Otis?

Magic Man Signup and view all the answers

Who kept bothering Opal?

Steve and Dunlap Dewberry Signup and view all the answers

What wise thing did Gloria tell Opal about people?

You can't judge people by the things they did but by what they are doing now Signup and view all the answers

What book did Miss Franny suggest?

Gone with the Wind Signup and view all the answers

Who did Miss Franny know from the Civil War?

Littmus W. Block Signup and view all the answers

What word did Miss Franny say should be a cuss word?

War Signup and view all the answers

What was the special ingredient in the candy?

Sorrow logins Signup and view all the answers

What animal does Opal keep referring to her father as?

A turtle Signup and view all the answers

Who was Carson and what happened to him?

He was Amanda's 5 year old brother who drowned. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Otis have to go to jail?

He played his guitar on the street after the police told him to stop playing and then he hit the police officer Signup and view all the answers

What will they eat at the party?

Egg salad sandwiches Signup and view all the answers

What did people bring to the party?

Miss Franny brought a bowl of Littmus Lozenges, Sweetie Pie brought pictures of dogs and tape, Otis brought his guitar, Gertrude, and a jar of pickles Signup and view all the answers

What happens when they get ready to eat?

It starts pouring Signup and view all the answers

Who is missing?

Winn Dixie is missing Signup and view all the answers

What did the preacher do that Opal couldn't believe?

Cry Signup and view all the answers

Why did the preacher really do this?

He was thinking about losing his wife and realizing she was never coming back Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Main Characters and Setting

India Opal Buloni narrates the story.
Opal's father is a preacher residing in Friendly Corners Trailer Park, Naomi, Florida.
Opal is 10 years old and searches for her place in her new environment.

Key Events and Relationships

Opal names her dog "Winn Dixie" after a local grocery store, which inspired the name.
Her father shares memories of Opal’s mother, mentioning she was funny, had red hair and freckles, and loved to plant things.
The first friend after moving to Naomi is Miss Franny Block, who desires a small library for her birthday.

Notable Incidents

Winn Dixie causes a stir in the church by catching a mouse.
Opal has an entrepreneurial spirit, agreeing to work at Gertrude's Pet Shop to earn money for her pet supplies.

Unique Characters

Gloria Dump lives in a house often referred to as a witch's house, where she feeds Opal and Winn Dixie peanut butter sandwiches.
Old Amanda Wilcansin, described as having a "pinched face," returns a book to Miss Franny's library.

Themes and Life Lessons

Gloria teaches Opal the importance of judging people based on their current actions rather than their past.
Miss Franny introduces Opal to literature by recommending "Gone with the Wind" and discusses the impact of war, calling it a potential curse word.

Miscellaneous Information

Sweetie Pie affectionately refers to Otis as the "Magic Man."
The story includes touching moments, such as the emotional connection between Opal and her father, highlighted when he unexpectedly cries.

Additional Context

Winn Dixie is portrayed as having a fear of thunderstorms.
The characters prepare for a gathering with egg salad sandwiches, bringing various contributions to the party, such as music and home-made treats.
A memorable character arc includes Amanda's brother, Carson, who tragically drowned at age five.

Conflicts and Resolutions

Otis confronts legal trouble after continuing to play guitar on the street, leading to an altercation with the police.
The story culminates with a dramatic moment as Opal realizes Winn Dixie is missing during a rainstorm, adding tension to the narrative.

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Test your understanding of 'Because of Winn-Dixie' with these comprehension questions. This quiz covers key details about the characters, setting, and plot of the story. Ideal for students and fans of the book who want to reinforce their knowledge.