Courage and Adventure

Where it surfaces

• The Girl in the Chicken-Coop

  Dorothy displays remarkable bravery and resourcefulness when she is swept overboard, clinging to the chicken-coop and maintaining her composure despite the danger.

• VII: Ozma of Oz to the Rescue

  Ozma leads a daring rescue across the deadly desert to free Dorothy and the royal family of Ev, demonstrating bravery and determination.

• The Royal Family of Ev

  The characters willingly face the dangerous journey to the Nome King's domain to rescue the enslaved royal family, demonstrating bravery despite personal risks.

• The Giant with the Hammer

  The characters must summon courage to dash under the giant's hammer, facing a dangerous obstacle on their quest.

• The Nome King

  The group ventures into the Nome King's underground kingdom, facing magical dangers and the possibility of enchantment.

• XII: The Eleven Guesses

  Ozma boldly accepts the dangerous challenge despite the risk of enslavement, demonstrating true courage.

• XIII: The Nome King Laughs

  Despite the loss of companions to transformation, Dorothy and the remaining group press on, facing the unknown dangers of the Nome King's palace.

• XIV: Dorothy Tries to Be Brave

  Dorothy tries to be brave despite her fears as she enters the palace to face the Nome King's enchantments.

• XV: Billina Frightens the Nome King

  Billina bravely insists on entering the enchanted palace despite the risks, and Dorothy's successful guess demonstrates her courage.

• The Scarecrow Wins the Fight

  The Scarecrow, Billina, and Dorothy show bravery in confronting the Nome King and his army.