Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz | Chapters 17-18

TL;DR

Osma orders a grand procession with wizard tricks, a race, and a trial for Eureka the kitten.

Transcript

hi and welcome i'm mary a librarian at the claremont branch library and i'm glad to have you joining me today for our second to last reading of dorothy and the wizard in oz by l frank baum today is chapter 17 and 18 and yesterday we read about dorothy and all her friends making it to the emerald city with the use of osma's magic belt and as all the... Read More

Key Insights

• ❓ Osma orchestrates a grand procession in honor of visitors, showcasing the magical and diverse inhabitants of Oz.
• 🧙 The wizard performs tricks, including producing piglets, to entertain the crowd during the procession and palace performance.
• 🐎 Jim's competitive nature and unexpected defeat in the race against the Sawhorse highlight the surprising outcomes in Oz.
• 👨‍⚖️ The trial of Eureka provides a suspenseful and emotional narrative, delving into themes of justice and innocence in Oz.
• 🤨 The Tin Woodman's decision to deceive the jury to save Eureka's life raises ethical dilemmas and emphasizes the importance of kindness and compassion.
• 🪜 The diverse jury consisting of animals and magical beings adds a whimsical element to the trial proceedings, reflecting the unique nature of Oz.
• 👮 The tension between upholding the law and considering the welfare of those involved adds layers of complexity to the narrative.

Questions & Answers

Q: What events lead to the grand procession in Oz?

The grand procession is initiated by Osma in honor of the visitors, featuring musicians, royal attendants, and magical beings parading through the city.

Q: How does Eureka end up in trouble and facing a trial?

Eureka is accused of eating a piglet after being found missing in Osma's room, leading to a trial where her fate hangs in the balance.

Q: What trick does the Tin Woodman use to try to save Eureka?

The Tin Woodman hides one of the identical piglets in his hat to produce as evidence if Eureka is found guilty, hoping to deceive the jury and save her life.

Q: How does the race between Jim and the Sawhorse unfold?

The Sawhorse, despite being made of wood and smaller, outpaces Jim in the race, leading to unexpected developments and showcasing the Sawhorse's unique abilities.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Osma declares a holiday for the visitors, featuring a grand procession with the wizard performing tricks.

• A race is held between Jim the cab horse and the Sawhorse, with unexpected results.

• Eureka the kitten is accused of eating a piglet, leading to a trial where the Tin Woodman plans to save her.