Understanding Opal and Gloria's Relationship

Opal, a young girl, recounts her summer adventures influenced by her dog, Winn-Dixie. She meets Gloria Dump, an elderly woman, and shares her life story with her. Together, they plant a mysterious 'wait-and-see' tree. Opal reflects on her day with her father, the preacher, and finds comfort in her new friendships and experiences.

Why did Opal decide to enter Gloria Dump's yard?

• She was curious about the 'witch'.

• She was more afraid of losing Winn-Dixie than dealing with the witch.

• She wanted to prove Dunlap and Stevie wrong.

• She wanted to explore the garden.

What did Gloria Dump offer Opal when they first met?

• A cup of tea

• A piece of cake

• A peanut butter sandwich

• A glass of lemonade

What did Gloria Dump ask Opal to do so she could 'see' her with her heart?

• Write a letter

• Show her a picture

• Tell her everything about herself

• Describe her appearance

What did Opal tell Gloria Dump about her mother?

• Her mother was a famous singer.

• Her mother left when she was young.

• Her mother was a gardener.

• Her mother was a teacher.

What did Gloria Dump suggest Opal might have inherited from her mother?

• Her singing talent

• Her artistic ability

• Her cooking skills

• Her green thumb

What did Opal and Gloria Dump plant together?

• A 'wait and see' tree

• A rose bush

• A sunflower

• A vegetable garden

What did Gloria Dump say about the 'wait and see' tree?

• It will bloom in the spring.

• It will grow very fast.

• It needs a lot of water.

• You have to wait for it to grow up before you know what it is.

What did Opal tell the preacher about her new job?

• She was working at a library.

• She was working at Gertrude's pets.

• She was working at a bakery.

• She was working at a grocery store.

How did the preacher show affection to Winn-Dixie?

• He kissed him on the head.

• He took him for a walk.

• He gave him a treat.

• He played fetch with him.

What did Opal feel after telling the preacher about her day?

• Excitement

• Sadness

• Loneliness

• A sense of family and comfort