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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does the Wizard put the Tin Woodman's heart?

2. Who does Dorothy want to bring back to Kansas with her?

3. Who are the first creatures called to help Dorothy?

4. What does Glinda want from Dorothy?

5. What creatures look like short men with large heads?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When Dorothy and the travelers are granted access to the Wizard, they are first primped and pampered. Why do you think this is done? Why is Dorothy put into a green silk gown? What purpose does this serve?

Essay Topic 2

The Scarecrow doesn't seem to offer a lot of help to the journey at first, as he tells Dorothy that he wants brains. So, why do you think Dorothy decided to bring the Scarecrow along? What does Dorothy think the Scarecrow has to offer? What does the Scarecrow reveal as the story progresses? How does he help? Give three examples of ways he helps the journey.

Essay Topic 3

The Scarecrow and the Tin Woodman realize the danger of the poppies, but can not stop the others from falling asleep in the field. How could they have made it through this field without falling asleep? What could have been done differently? Or was the sleep unavoidable? Why or why not?

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