When Dorothy arrives in Oz, she finds herself in a strange land feeling very alone (unless you count the company of her little dog). But on the yellow brick road, she befriends the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Lion, who provide both company and comfort. Over the course of The Wizard of Oz, they also provide a lot of practical assistance.
Dorothy, a small girl, could have never made her own way across a huge ditch or a river. But with the help of her friends, she's able to do so easily. Through teamwork—the Scarecrow's logic, the Tin Woodman's engineering, and the Lion's brute strength—they're able to overcome every obstacle.
Questions About Friendship
- What do you think is the greatest act of friendship in the book?
- Why do you think Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Lion bond so quickly?
- How do Dorothy and the Lion comfort each other when they're captured by the Wicked Witch?
Chew on This
The Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Lion help Dorothy through thick and thin. She would have never made it home without them.
Dorothy helps the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Lion find themselves on the road. Without her assistance, they would have never found happiness.