The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Chapter 5 summary
Chapter 5 of 24 · 9 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 5, Dorothy and the Scarecrow oil the Tin Woodman’s rusted joints, and he joins their journey to ask Oz for a heart. His account of an enchanted axe and his lost love explains his wish, while Dorothy remains focused on returning home and finding enough food.
What happens
- Dorothy finds water, eats breakfast, and follows groans to a tin man who cannot move.
- Dorothy oils his joints while the Scarecrow moves them, freeing the Tin Woodman from his rusted position.
- The Tin Woodman joins their journey to seek a heart and uses his axe to clear the blocked road.
- He explains how an enchanted axe destroys his flesh body, which a tinsmith replaces piece by piece.
- He says losing his heart ends his love, and a rainstorm leaves him helpless until Dorothy finds him.
- The companions debate hearts and brains, while Dorothy worries about home and her nearly empty food basket.
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What to notice
Tin Woodman’s preference explains why he joins the journey. It also introduces his disagreement with the Scarecrow about what matters most.
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Why does the Tin Woodman want to visit Oz?
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