The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Chapter 6 summary
Chapter 6 of 24 · 6 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 6, Dorothy stops a Lion from biting Toto, discovers that he considers himself a coward, and welcomes him into the group seeking help from Oz. The Tin Woodman then accidentally kills a beetle, and his tears rust his jaw until the Scarecrow oils it.
What happens
- As the companions cross a dark forest, the Tin Woodman explains Dorothy’s protection and promises to help protect Toto.
- A Lion knocks down the Scarecrow and Tin Woodman, but Dorothy slaps his nose when he threatens Toto.
- The Lion admits that his roar hides his fear and joins the companions to ask Oz for courage.
- Toto gradually accepts the Lion, and the two become friends.
- The Tin Woodman accidentally kills a beetle, weeps, and loses the use of his jaw until the Scarecrow applies oil.
- The Woodman carefully avoids an ant and explains that lacking a heart makes him especially watchful about kindness.
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What to notice
The Lion separates his ability to frighten others from his own sense of courage. His unhappiness explains why he joins the journey.
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