Released in 1939, The Wizard of Oz is one of the most beloved films of all time. Based on the writings of L. Frank Baum, the groundbreaking movie delighted audiences with its use of Technicolor, costuming and makeup, memorable songs, and elaborate special effects. It won two Academy Awards and was nominated for a total of six. Put your Wizard of Oz knowledge to the test now and see just how much you know about the film. We're off to see the Wizard… good luck!
In what order did Dorothy meet her new friends in Oz?
A. Tin Man, Scarecrow, Lion
B. Lion, Scarecrow, Tin Man
C. Scarecrow, Lion, Tin Man
D. Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion
Answer: Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion
"Lions and Tigers and Bears, Oh my!" Dorothy met the Scarecrow first, then the Tin Man, and then the Lion. As they walk through the woods together, they sing these lines which have been sampled by many artists over the years.
How was the Wicked Witch of the East killed?
A. She was splashed with water
B. A flying monkey killed her
C. She fell off her broom
D. A house fell on her
Answer: A house fell on her
The Wicked Witch of the East was killed when Dorothy's house fell on her. Her sister, The Wicked Witch of the West, was not very happy with Dorothy as a result.
Who is the bicycle-riding woman that was bitten by Toto?
A. Miss Gulch
B. Miss Green
C. Miss Grinch
D. Mrs. Guster
Answer: Miss Gulch
"If you don't hand over that dog, I'll bring a damage suit that will take your whole farm!" Miss Gulch was quite an intimidating figure in Dorothy's life, and also to the many young audience members that she terrified.
What was the Good Witch's name?
A. Belinda
B. Blanche
C. Gwendolyn
D. Glinda
Answer: Glinda
In the film, the Good Witch of the North is named Glinda. But in the Oz novels, that is the name of the Good Witch of the South. She was played by actress Billie Burke.
Which actor played the Wizard?
A. Morgan Fairchild
B. Morgan Freeman
C. Piers Morgan
D. Frank Morgan
Answer: Frank Morgan
In the film, actor Frank Morgan wore a coat that had belonged to L. Frank Baum, who authored the Oz books. After filming was complete, producers gave the coat to Baum's widow.
Why does Dorothy miss the balloon ride with the Wizard?
A. She became ill
B. She lost her slippers
C. The balloon ripped
D. Toto ran off to chase a cat
Answer: Toto ran off to chase a cat
As they prepared to take off, Toto jumped out of the Wizard's balloon to chase a cat, causing Dorothy to miss her ride back to Kansas. Can you believe it? Such typical dog behavior.
What was Dorothy's aunt named?
A. Aunt Esther
B. Aunt Bee
C. Aunt Clara
D. Aunt Em
Answer: Aunt Em
"Take me home to Aunt Em!" Dorothy's aunt was played by actress Clara Blandick, who had dozens of supporting and bit roles throughout her film career. She beat out three other actresses for her role in The Wizard of Oz.
Who was originally cast as the Tin Man?
A. Jack Haley
B. Max Baer Jr.
C. Raymond Bailey
D. Buddy Ebsen
Answer: Buddy Ebsen
Poor Buddy Ebsen was initially cast as the Tin Man, but the silver makeup used in the costume contained aluminum dust, which made him too ill to perform. Jack Haley took over the role.
Finish the quote: "Toto, I have a feeling we're _________."
A. In big trouble
B. Not at home anymore
C. Late for supper
D. Not in Kansas anymore
Answer: Not in Kansas anymore
As Dorothy wakes up and begins to investigate her unusual location, she uttered this famous line to her pet. It's now become one of the most recited lines in film history and is frequently referenced in pop culture.
Where does the Yellow Brick Road lead?
A. The City of Jade
B. The Green City
C.
D. Peridot City
Answer: Emerald City
The Yellow Brick Road leads to the Emerald City, which is the capital city of the Land of Oz. The road also appears in several sequel Oz books such as
The Marvelous Land of Oz
and
The Patchwork Girl of Oz
.
Who played the Cowardly Lion?
A. Bert Lahr
B. Ray Bolger
C. Jack Haley
D. Dick Van Dyke
Answer: Bert Lahr
In a move that wouldn't go over well today, the movie's costume designers made the suit from the pelts of real lions. The entire getup weighed a whopping 48 pounds.
What breed of dog is Toto?
A. Airedale Terrier
B. Welsh Corgi
C. Scottish Terrier
D. Cairn Terrier
Answer: Cairn Terrier
Toto was played by a female Cairn Terrier named Terry. She appeared in 16 different movies during her acting career! L. Frank Baum didn't specify Toto's breed in the book, but Terry was adopted by animal trainers as a puppy and the rest is history.
How many times did Dorothy have to click her heels together to return home?
A. One
B. Two
C.
D. Seven
Answer: Three
As the Good Witch instructed to Dorothy, "Close your eyes and tap your heels together three times. And think to yourself, 'There's no place like home'." If only it were that easy.
Who does Dorothy say she'll miss the most once she goes home?
A. Toto
B. The Tin Man
C. The Cowardly Lion
D. The Scarecrow
Answer: The Scarecrow
Goodbyes can be so hard. As Dorothy is saying goodbye to her new friends, she gives the Scarecrow a tearful hug and says, "I think I'll miss you most of all."
Which type of tree attacks Dorothy?
A. Lemon
B. Pear
C. Peach
D. Apple
Answer: Apple
As Dorothy happily picks an apple from a tree, it slaps her hand away and gruffly asks her just what she's doing. "How would you like to have someone come along and pick something off of you?"
What does the Wicked Witch write in the sky above Emerald City?
A. I'LL GET YOU, MY PRETTY
B. I WANT MY SISTER BACK
C. TOTO IS MINE
D. SURRENDER DOROTHY
Answer: SURRENDER DOROTHY
In one of the movie's scariest scenes, the Wicked Witch appears overhead on her broomstick and writes SURRENDER DOROTHY in smoke. This terrified Dorothy and her friends, as well as the townspeople of Emerald City.
What happened to Dorothy when she and her friends got to the poppy field?
A. They had sneezing fits
B. They gained the ability to fly
C. They were attacked by a horde of poppy gnats
D. She fell asleep
Answer: She fell asleep
"Oh, what's happening? I'm so sleepy, I can't run anymore. Oh please, I have to rest for just a minute, Toto, where's Toto? Yawn..." Dorothy, the Cowardly Lion, and Toto fell asleep after entering the field of red poppies. The Tin Man and Scarecrow were not affected by the poisonous flowers.
Which actor was badly burned during filming?
A. Judy Garland
B. Ray Bolger
C. Frank Morgan
D. Margaret Hamilton
Answer: Margaret Hamilton
Margaret Hamilton, as the Wicked Witch of the West, suffered second and third-degree burns to her face and hand during a filming mishap. She had to spend six weeks after the accident before returning to the set to complete her work on the film.
Which of these Academy Award nominations did The Wizard of Oz win?
A. Best Picture
B. Best Effects
C. Best Music
D. Best Actress
Answer: Best Music
Of the six Oscar nominations the film received, it only won two for Best Original Score and Best Original Song in the Music category. Nominations were for Best Picture, Best Art Direction, Best Effects, and Special Effects.
Why was Shirley Temple passed over for the role of Dorothy?
A. Her singing voice wasn't strong enough
B. She was too young
C. She was under contract with another studio
D. She wanted to play the Good Witch
Answer: Her singing voice wasn't strong enough
Child star Shirley Temple was such a big fan of the Wizard of Oz books that when her mother told her she had the chance to play Dorothy, she replied that she'd rather MEET Dorothy.
