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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Chapter 13 summary

Chapter 13 of 24 · 5 min to read the chapter

In Chapter 13, Dorothy frees the Cowardly Lion and the Winkies, then gains their help in restoring the Tin Woodman and the Scarecrow. Reunited, the friends set out for the Emerald City to claim Oz’s promises, while Dorothy takes the Golden Cap without knowing its charm.

What happens

  1. Dorothy releases the Lion and tells the Winkies that their slavery is over.
  2. The Winkies retrieve the damaged Tin Woodman, and their tinsmiths repair him.
  3. The Woodman cuts down the tree holding the Scarecrow’s clothes, which the Winkies refill with straw.
  4. After several happy days together, Dorothy and her friends decide to return to Oz.
  5. The Winkies offer the Woodman leadership and give the departing travelers valuable presents.
  6. Dorothy finds the Golden Cap, puts it on, and leaves with her friends for the Emerald City.

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What to notice

Dorothy ends the comfortable pause at the castle and renews the group’s shared purpose. Each companion names the reward they seek.

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Why does Dorothy decide to wear the Golden Cap?

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