What happened when Opal brought Winn-Dixie into the church?

What happened when Opal brought Winn-Dixie into the church?

Opal convinces the Preacher to take Winn-Dixie with them to church, and so they do. Because the Open Arms Baptist Church of Naomi used to be a Pick-It-Quick store, it doesn’t look like a typical church. There are no pews, the congregation brings its own folding chairs, and they all sit together in a circle.

Why does Opal call her father the preacher?

The preacher is Opal’s father. Though she calls him “Daddy” to his face, in her mind, she refers to him as “the preacher.” This is because the preacher spends all his time wrapped up in the work of being a preacher, which includes writing sermons, praying, and thinking about suffering people.

What did Winn-Dixie do at church?

Winn-Dixie is barking and skidding, church members are cheering, and finally he catches the little guy in his mouth—without squishing him. That is some impressive self-control. He brings it over to the preacher, drops it, and pins it with his paw when it attempts to escape, grinning a doggy grin up at the preacher.

Why do you think Opal can sympathize with Winn-Dixie?

Winn-Dixie’s love for Opal gives her the confidence to share herself with other people and open herself up to their love. Winn-Dixie also coaxes a softer and more approachable side out of the preacher, which makes Opal see him differently and feel more affection toward him.

What did Miss Franny Block think Winn-Dixie was?

Miss Franny thought Winn-Dixie was a bear. When she realized he was a dog, she was embarrassed because she thought Opal would think she was a “silly old lady, mistaking a dog for a bear.”

Why does Opal read Gloria Dump?

Gloria Dump is another character that Opal meets because of Winn-Dixie! She makes peanut butter sandwiches for Opal, and shares a spoonful with Winn-Dixie. Gloria can’t see much at all, so she instructs Opal to tell her everything about her so that she can see her with her heart.

Why did Opal pray for the mouse?

Opal also feels alone and doesn’t like it. What did Opal pray for the mouse? That the mouse would land on soft grass and would not get hurt.

Why did Opal not feel lonely in Naomi?

Why didn’t Opal feel so lonely anymore? She was happy by herself. She got invited to a party. She didn’t want friends.

Who was Opals first friend in Naomi?

Miss Franny
Because Opal is willing to listen to these stories and begins to understand that Miss Franny is just as lonely as she is, Opal suggests that they become friends— Miss Franny is Opal’s first friend (other than Winn-Dixie) in Naomi. Aside from Opal, Miss Franny is, in many ways, alone.

When did Opal’s mother run out on the family?

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How does Opal meet Gloria Dump in because of Winn Dixie?

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What kind of candy does Opal give Otis in because of Winn Dixie?

In Chapter 19 of Kate DiCamillo’s Because of Winn-Dixie, Opal gives Otis the candy called a Littmus Lozenge she had asked Miss Franny Block, the town librarian, for. When Otis tries the candy, he…