L. Frank Baum

The book introduced Dorothy, the Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and Cowardly Lion. This topic is part of Authors within Arts & Culture. This page currently draws on 6 supporting questions, with answers and bonus facts available below.

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L. Frank Baum wrote which fantasy novel?

Answer: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

Bonus fact: The book introduced Dorothy, the Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and Cowardly Lion.

What state is Dorothy from in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz?

Answer: Kansas

Bonus fact: A cyclone carries Dorothy from Kansas to Oz.

How many Oz books did L. Frank Baum write?

Answer: Fourteen

Bonus fact: Other authors continued the official Oz series after Baum’s death.

How many additional Oz books did L. Frank Baum write after The Wonderful Wizard of Oz?

Answer: 13

Bonus fact: Later authors continued the Oz series after Baum's death.

What color are the slippers Dorothy wears in the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz?

Answer: Ruby red

Bonus fact: In L. Frank Baum's original novel, Dorothy's shoes are silver.

Who wrote The Wonderful Wizard of Oz?

Answer: L. Frank Baum

Bonus fact: Dorothy is carried to Oz by a cyclone.

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