Opal and Winn-Dixie's Journey

Opal cleans her dog, Winn-Dixie, while sharing her feelings of loneliness and curiosity about her absent mother. She reflects on her family's past and her move from North Florida. Opal eventually asks her father, the preacher, to share ten things about her mother, hoping to learn more about her.

What is the first thing Opal does to clean Winn-Dixie?

• She brushes his fur.

• She gives him a bath.

• She trims his nails.

• She cleans his teeth.

How does Winn-Dixie react to the bath?

• He enjoys it and wags his tail.

• He stands still but seems unhappy.

• He tries to run away.

• He barks loudly.

What does Opal use to wash Winn-Dixie?

• Bar soap

• Laundry detergent

• Baby shampoo

• Dish soap

What does Opal use to wash Winn-Dixie?

• Dish soap

• Baby shampoo

• Laundry detergent

• Bar soap

What does Opal use to brush Winn-Dixie's fur?

• A dog brush

• Her own hairbrush

• A comb

• A towel

What similarity does Opal share with Winn-Dixie?

• They both have a lot of friends.

• They both dislike baths.

• They both have no family.

• They both love to play outside.

What does Opal tell Winn-Dixie about her family?

• She has a big family.

• She has a mother and father.

• She has no family.

• She only has her father.

Where did Opal move from?

• North Carolina

• South Florida

• Georgia

• Watley, North Florida

What does Opal think about her mother's whereabouts?

• She thinks she is in another country.

• She knows exactly where she is.

• She has no idea where she is.

• She believes she is nearby.

What does Opal think about her father's feelings towards her mother?

• He is angry with her.

• He is still in love with her.

• He never talks about her.

• He has forgotten about her.