Because Of Winn-dixie Chapters 1-5

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1. A preacher is someone who

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A preacher is someone who delivers religious sermons and spreads the teachings of the gospel at a church. They are responsible for communicating and interpreting religious scriptures to the congregation, guiding them in matters of faith, and providing moral and spiritual guidance. This role requires knowledge of religious texts, public speaking skills, and a strong belief in the principles of their faith.

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Because Of Winn-dixie Chapters 1-5 - Quiz

Because Of Winn-Dixie is a story of a girl who was abandoned by her mother moves out with her father to a small town Florida where she then... see moreadopts a stray dog and meets an eclectic group of individuals. Take this quiz and see how much you remember from chapter 1 to 5. see less

2. How many things did Opal's Daddy tell her about her mother in Chapter 4?

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Opal's Daddy told her 10 things about her mother in Chapter 4.

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3. The werewolf-like creature ______________ at the moon.

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The word "howled" is the correct answer because it is the verb that accurately describes the action of a werewolf-like creature making a loud, prolonged, and mournful cry. The other options, "holler," "croaked," and "sermon," do not convey the same meaning or image as "howled" when associated with a creature and the moon.

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4. The author of this book's name is

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The correct answer is Kate DiCamillo. This can be inferred from the question which asks for the author's name, and Kate DiCamillo is the only option that matches this criteria.

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5. What does Winn-Dixie do when Opal tries to brush his teeth?

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When Opal tries to brush Winn-Dixie's teeth, he sneezes. This indicates that Winn-Dixie is not comfortable with having his teeth brushed and reacts by sneezing.

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6. When Opal asked her Dad if she could  keep Winn-Dixie at first he said "no"
and then he said "yes."

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The statement "When Opal asked her Dad if she could keep Winn-Dixie at first he said 'no' and then he said 'yes'" is true. This implies that Opal's dad initially refused her request to keep Winn-Dixie but later changed his mind and allowed her to keep the dog.

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7. The word orphan can be used as a noun, verb or adjective.
E.g. 1.)The child was orphaned. 2)He lived in an orphan home. 3)She was an orphan.

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The statement is true because the word "orphan" can indeed be used as a noun, verb, or adjective. In the given examples, it is used as a noun in "The child was orphaned," as a noun again in "He lived in an orphan home," and as an adjective in "She was an orphan." This demonstrates that the word has multiple grammatical functions depending on its usage in a sentence.

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8. What kind of store did the church used to be?

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9. I had a medicated ____________________ because my throat was very sore and scratchy.

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A lozenge is a small tablet or lozenge-shaped sweet that is typically used to soothe a sore throat or alleviate coughing. In this context, the person had a medicated lozenge to relieve their sore and scratchy throat.

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10. Opal felt that Winn-Dixie did this sometimes

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Opal felt that Winn-Dixie smiled sometimes.

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11. The ______________________ was so long that the little boy fell asleep in church.

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The sermon was so long that the little boy fell asleep in church. A sermon is a religious speech or lesson given by a preacher during a church service. In this context, the length of the sermon is emphasized, suggesting that it was lengthy enough to bore the little boy to the point of falling asleep.

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12. The  town in North Florida where Opal lived before moving to Naomi was called

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Opal lived in a town called Watley before moving to Naomi.

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13. Anthropomorphize means:

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Anthropomorphize refers to attributing human characteristics or qualities to animals, such as giving them human features like smiling dogs. This term is commonly used when animals are depicted with human-like emotions, behaviors, or physical traits. It is a way to humanize animals and make them more relatable to humans.

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14. What type of rodent did Winn-Dixie catch in church?

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Winn-Dixie caught a mouse in the church.

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15. Opal's first name is India because

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Opal's first name is India because her dad was a missionary there before she was born. This suggests that Opal's parents named her after the country where her father had a significant connection or experience.

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16. When you predict what is going to happen in a book you are

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When you predict what is going to happen in a book, you are using your knowledge and understanding of the story to make guesses about what will happen next. This can involve visualizing scenes or events in your mind and thinking about the possible outcomes based on the information you have gathered from the book. Therefore, the correct answer is "all of the above" as all the options mentioned - guessing, visualizing, and thinking about what will happen next - are ways in which you can predict the future events in a book.

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17. Opal and Winn-Dixie had a lot in common; which of these is true?

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Opal and Winn-Dixie had a lot in common as they were both lonely, neither of them had a mother, they both had great smiles, and they both lived in Naomi, FL.

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18. How many years ago did Opal's mother leave her?

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Opal's mother left her 7 years ago.

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19. When the author says Winn-Dixie was "like a furry bullet" this is an example of:

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The author's statement comparing Winn-Dixie to a "furry bullet" is an example of a simile. A simile is a figure of speech that compares two unlike things using the words "like" or "as." In this case, the author is comparing Winn-Dixie's speed or movement to that of a bullet, emphasizing the idea that he is fast and energetic.

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20. The fourth thing preacher told Opal about her mother was

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The preacher told Opal that her mother could run fast. This suggests that Opal's mother was physically fit and had good athletic abilities. It implies that she was active and perhaps enjoyed sports or physical activities. This information gives us insight into Opal's mother's personality and interests, showcasing her physical prowess and highlighting her potential athleticism.

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A preacher is someone who
How many things did Opal's Daddy tell her about her mother in Chapter...
The werewolf-like creature ______________ at the moon.
The author of this book's name is
What does Winn-Dixie do when Opal tries to brush his teeth?
When Opal asked her Dad if she could  keep Winn-Dixie at first he...
The word orphan can be used as a noun, verb or adjective.E.g. 1.)The...
What kind of store did the church used to be?
I had a medicated ____________________ because my throat was very sore...
Opal felt that Winn-Dixie did this sometimes
The ______________________ was so long that the little boy fell asleep...
The  town in North Florida where Opal lived before moving to...
Anthropomorphize means:
What type of rodent did Winn-Dixie catch in church?
Opal's first name is India because
When you predict what is going to happen in a book you are
Opal and Winn-Dixie had a lot in common; which of these is true?
How many years ago did Opal's mother leave her?
When the author says Winn-Dixie was "like a furry bullet" this is...
The fourth thing preacher told Opal about her mother was
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