Exploring Chapter 9 of Because of Winn-Dixie

What was central to all of Opal's experiences during the summer?

• Her school

• Winn-Dixie

• Her father

• Her bike

Who did Winn-Dixie introduce Opal to?

• Gertrude

• Stevie Dewberry

• Dunlap Dewberry

• Gloria Dump

What did Dunlap and Stevie claim lived in the overgrown yard?

• A friendly neighbor

• A witch

• A ghost

• A magician

What did the Dewberry boys do when they saw Opal?

• They invited her to play

• They helped her with her bike

• They followed and teased her

• They ignored her

What was Opal's reaction to the boys' teasing?

• She ignored them

• She laughed

• She cried

• She yelled back

What did Gloria Dump feed Winn-Dixie?

• Dog treats

• Carrots

• Peanut butter

• Cookies

What did Opal decide was more important than her fear of the witch?

• Finding another friend

• Getting a new bike

• Retrieving Winn-Dixie

• Going home

What did Opal and Gloria Dump eat together?

• Peanut butter sandwiches

• Chocolate cake

• Ice cream

• Fruit salad

How does Gloria Dump 'see' people?

• With her ears

• With her mind

• With her heart

• With her eyes

What did Opal feel a deep connection with Gloria Dump?

• Because they both enjoyed gardening

• Because they both had pets

• Because they both had unique last names

• Because they both liked peanut butter