Exploring Friendship and Forgiveness in Because of Winn-Dixie

The transcript follows a young girl and her dog, Winn-Dixie, as they navigate daily routines, including visits to Gertrude's Pets and the library. The girl enjoys spending time with Gloria Dump, who shares wisdom about judging people by their current actions rather than their past. The story also involves confrontations with the Dewberry boys, who misunderstand Gloria. Through these interactions, the girl learns about friendship, forgiveness, and understanding.

What does Otis do at Gertrude's Pets?

• Teaches pet care classes

• Plays guitar for the animals

• Sells pet supplies

• Cleans the store

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What pet does Sweetie Pie desire the most?

• A dog like Winn-Dixie

• A bird

• A cat

• A fish

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Where does Winn-Dixie run to from the protagonist's bike?

• To Gertrude's Pets

• To Gloria Dump's backyard

• To the local park

• To the library

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What do Dunlap and Stevie call Gloria Dump?

• A witch

• A librarian

• A teacher

• A musician

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What does the protagonist falsely claim about Otis to Stevie?

• He owns the pet store

• He is a criminal

• He is her uncle

• He is moving away

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What advice does Gloria give about judging people?

• Judge by their wealth

• Judge by their current actions

• Judge by their past

• Judge by their words only

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What is hung on the tree in Gloria Dump's yard?

• Lanterns

• Birdhouses

• Wind chimes

• Bottles

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Why are the bottles hung on the tree?

• To collect rainwater

• Decoration

• To feed birds

• To keep ghosts away

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What does Gloria Dump use to refresh the protagonist?

• A soda

• A sandwich and coffee

• Ice cream

• Water

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What lesson does Gloria Dump share about personal mistakes?

• They define us forever

• They should be forgotten

• They can be lessons

• They are unimportant

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