The Wizard of Oz Character Motivations

In Chapter 16 of 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz', the Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and Lion each visit Oz to receive what they believe they lack: brains, a heart, and courage, respectively. Oz fulfills their requests through imaginative means, leaving each character satisfied. However, Oz reflects on his role as a humbug, acknowledging that while he can make the Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and Lion happy through their beliefs, returning Dorothy to Kansas will require more than imagination.

What does the Scarecrow hope to achieve by visiting Oz?

• To gain brains

• To receive a heart

• To get a new hat

• To obtain courage

How does Oz plan to give the Scarecrow brains?

• By giving him a potion

• By teaching him mathematics

• By filling his head with a mixture of bran, pins, and needles

• By giving him a book

What is Dorothy's reaction to the Scarecrow's new brains?

• She is indifferent

• She is curious

• She is angry

• She is disappointed

What does the Tin Woodman seek from Oz?

• A new axe

• A heart

• Courage

• Brains

What material is the Tin Woodman's new heart made of?

• Silk and sawdust

• Tin

• Wood

• Gold

How does the Tin Woodman feel about the patch on his chest?

• He is upset

• He is embarrassed

• He is indifferent

• He is grateful

What does the Lion want from Oz?

• Courage

• Brains

• A heart

• A new mane

What does Oz give the Lion to provide him with courage?

• A medal

• A potion

• A speech

• A book

What does Oz reflect on after helping the Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and Lion?

• His own courage

• His success in making them happy

• His desire to leave the Emerald City

• His fear of being discovered