Exploring Friendship and Forgiveness in Because of Winn-Dixie

The story follows Litmus W. Block, who returns from war to find his family gone. He decides to create a candy, the Litmus Lozenge, which embodies both sweetness and sorrow. Opal learns about the candy's history and shares it with others, reflecting on her own sadness and the sadness of those around her. Through interactions with characters like Amanda and Gloria Dump, Opal gains a deeper understanding of melancholy and the complexities of life.

What prompted Litmus W. Block to create the Litmus Lozenge?

• He wanted to become wealthy.

• He was inspired by another candy maker.

• He felt a need to add sweetness to a sorrowful world.

• He wanted to forget his past.

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What is the secret ingredient in Litmus Lozenges according to Miss Franny?

• Sorrow

• Joy

• Love

• Hope

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Why does the Litmus Lozenge make some people feel sad?

• Because of its bitter taste

• Due to the secret ingredient of sorrow

• It has a sour flavor

• It reminds people of bad memories

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What reaction does Winn-Dixie have to the Litmus Lozenge?

• He ignores it.

• He barks loudly.

• He swallows it whole.

• He spits it out immediately.

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What does Opal learn about Amanda Wilkinson?

• She dislikes candy.

• She lost her brother Carson.

• She is new to town.

• She has no family.

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What does the preacher think about the Litmus Lozenge?

• It tastes too sweet.

• He dislikes the texture.

• It is his favorite candy.

• It has a melancholy flavor.

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Why does Opal decide not to stick her tongue out at the Dewberry boys?

• She didn't see them.

• She is afraid of them.

• They apologize to her.

• She remembers advice about not judging too harshly.

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How does Gloria Dump react to the Litmus Lozenge?

• She thinks it's too sweet.

• She feels it tastes sorrowful but sweet.

• She dislikes it completely.

• She finds it delightful.

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What does Opal's father suggest she do after her interaction with Stevie?

• Ignore him

• Write him a letter

• Apologize to him

• Talk to her teacher

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What does the preacher remember about Opal's mother?

• Her favorite book

• Her favorite candy

• Nothing specific

• Her laugh

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