# How does Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz develop the theme of Friendship and Loyalty?

> Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz by L. Frank Baum

## Answer

Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz by L. Frank Baum develops Friendship and Loyalty across the chapters the companion marks for this theme.

The story emphasizes the bonds between Dorothy, the Wizard, Zeb, and the animals, who support each other through perilous adventures and rely on old friends like Ozma and the Scarecrow for rescue and welcome.

Baum expresses deep gratitude and loyalty to his young readers, emphasizing the reciprocal bond between author and audience.

Dorothy's promise to save her friends and Ozma's faithful use of magic to rescue them.

The warm reunions between Dorothy, the Wizard, and their old friends highlight enduring bonds.

## Evidence

- [to-my-readers](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dorothy_and_the_wizard_in_oz_se/chapters/to-my-readers.md): Baum expresses deep gratitude and loyalty to his young readers, emphasizing the reciprocal bond between author and audience.
- [xiv-ozma-uses-the-magic-belt](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dorothy_and_the_wizard_in_oz_se/chapters/xiv-ozma-uses-the-magic-belt.md): Dorothy's promise to save her friends and Ozma's faithful use of magic to rescue them.
- [xv-old-friends-are-reunited](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dorothy_and_the_wizard_in_oz_se/chapters/xv-old-friends-are-reunited.md): The warm reunions between Dorothy, the Wizard, and their old friends highlight enduring bonds.
- [xvi-jim-the-cab-horse](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dorothy_and_the_wizard_in_oz_se/chapters/xvi-jim-the-cab-horse.md): The Lion and Tiger befriend Jim for Dorothy's sake, and Dorothy's warm reunion with her animal friends underscores loyalty.
- [xviii-the-trial-of-eureka-the-kitten](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dorothy_and_the_wizard_in_oz_se/chapters/xviii-the-trial-of-eureka-the-kitten.md): Dorothy's distress over Eureka's fate and the Wizard's trick to save the kitten demonstrate loyalty to friends.
- [xix-the-wizard-performs-another-trick](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dorothy_and_the_wizard_in_oz_se/chapters/xix-the-wizard-performs-another-trick.md): Dorothy's steadfast support for Eureka and the Tin Woodman's defense of the kitten demonstrate loyalty and care among friends.
- [xx-zeb-returns-to-the-ranch](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dorothy_and_the_wizard_in_oz_se/chapters/xx-zeb-returns-to-the-ranch.md): The farewell gathering highlights the bonds formed between the travelers and the Oz inhabitants, with promises to return.

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