Because of Winn-Dixie Chapter 9

In Chapter 9 of "Because of Winn-Dixie," how does Opal feel when she learns more about Miss Franny's past? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

• Curious and eager to learn more

• Indifferent and uninterested

• Angry and upset

• Confused and puzzled

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

CCSS.RL.4.1

What is the meaning of the word "stammered" as used in Chapter 9 of "Because of Winn-Dixie"? Use context clues from the text to determine the meaning.

• Spoke clearly and confidently

• Spoke with hesitation and repetition

• Whispered softly

• Shouted loudly

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

CCSS.L.4.4A

Why does Opal decide to visit the library in Chapter 9? What does this reveal about her character?

• She wants to escape the heat; it shows she is practical.

• She is curious about Miss Franny's stories; it shows she is inquisitive.

• She is looking for a quiet place to read; it shows she is studious.

• She is forced to go by her father; it shows she is obedient.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

CCSS.RL.4.1

Compare the narrative perspective of "Because of Winn-Dixie" with another story you know. How does the first-person narration in "Because of Winn-Dixie" affect your understanding of Opal's character?

• It makes Opal seem distant and unrelatable.

• It provides a deeper insight into Opal's thoughts and feelings.

• It makes the story confusing and hard to follow.

• It limits the information to only what Opal knows.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

CCSS.RL.4.6

In Chapter 9, what does the word "quizzed" mean in the context of Opal's interaction with Miss Franny?

• Asked questions in a curious manner

• Ignored completely

• Laughed at loudly

• Answered questions confidently

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

CCSS.L.4.6

How does Opal's interaction with Miss Franny in Chapter 9 help her understand more about her own feelings and experiences?

• It makes her feel more isolated and alone.

• It helps her connect her own experiences with Miss Franny's stories.

• It confuses her about her own emotions.

• It makes her dismissive of Miss Franny's past.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

CCSS.RL.4.1

In the context of this story, what does the term "specific actions" mean?

• General and broad actions

• Detailed and particular actions

• Spontaneous and impulsive actions

• Hypothetical and speculative actions

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

CCSS.L.4.6

In Chapter 9, how does Opal infer Miss Franny's emotions when she talks about her past? What clues from the text support this inference?

• Miss Franny is bored; she yawns frequently.

• Miss Franny is proud; she smiles and stands tall.

• Miss Franny is nostalgic; she speaks softly and with a distant look.

• Miss Franny is angry; she clenches her fists.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

CCSS.RL.4.1

How does Opal feel about Stevie and Dunlap Dewberry?

• She wants be close friends.

• She thinks that they are trouble.

• They make her sad and miss her mom.

• They are best friends already.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What does Gloria mean when she says "see Opal with her heart?"

• She wants to see her with her eyes.

• She has heart problems.

• She doesn't want to get to know her.

• She wants to really get to know her.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3