How Well Do You Know The Wizard Of Oz
Explore your knowledge of 'The Wizard of Oz' through this engaging quiz. Assess key details about the original book, the making of the iconic film, its accolades, and interesting trivia about its characters and behind-the-scenes decisions. Perfect for fans and students alike!
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What is the actual title of the book that 'The Wizard of Oz' was adapted from?
- A.
The Wizard of Oz
- B.
Oz
- C.
The Wiz
- D.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
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D. The Wonderful Wizard of OzExplanation
The actual title of the book that 'The Wizard of Oz' was adapted from is "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz".Rate this question:
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- 2.
How old was Judy Garland when the movie was made?
- A.
14
- B.
16
- C.
18
- D.
21
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B. 16Explanation
Judy Garland was 16 years old when the movie was made.Rate this question:
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- 3.
'The Wizard of Oz' won the Best Picture Oscar for 1939?
- A.
True
- B.
False
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B. FalseExplanation
'Gone With the Wind' won Best Picture.Rate this question:
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- 4.
How many Oscars was the film nominated for?
- A.
4
- B.
5
- C.
6
- D.
7
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C. 6Explanation
Best picture, best art direction, best song, best musical score, best special effects, best cinematography - color.Rate this question:
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- 5.
'Over the Rainbow' was almost cut out of the film?
- A.
True
- B.
False
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A. TrueExplanation
The song was almost cut in order to shorten the running time of the film. Another song.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What was the actual name of the dog that played Toto?
- A.
Bitty
- B.
Tidbit
- C.
Terry
- D.
Wolfi
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C. TerryExplanation
Toto was played by a Cairn Terrier, a female named Terry.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What were the names of the three farmhands who became characters in Oz?
- A.
Hunk, Hickory, Zeke
- B.
Hank, Harry, Zach
- C.
Henry, Hunter, Zane
- D.
Howard, Huston, Zain
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A. Hunk, Hickory, ZekeExplanation
Hunk (Ray Bolger) became the Scarecrow, Hickory (Jack Haley) was the Tin Man, and Zeke (Bert Lahr) was the Cowardly Lion.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Glinda was the Witch of the:
- A.
North
- B.
South
- C.
East
- D.
West
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A. NorthExplanation
Glinda being the Witch of the North is a reference to the popular children's novel "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" by L. Frank Baum. In the book, Glinda is depicted as a powerful and benevolent witch who resides in the northern part of the Land of Oz. She plays a crucial role in helping Dorothy and her companions on their journey to reach the Emerald City. Therefore, the correct answer is North.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Who did Dorothy see in the Witch's crystal ball when she was locked in the tower?
- A.
Toto
- B.
The Wizard
- C.
Auntie Em
- D.
The Lion, Tin Man and the Scarecrow.
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C. Auntie EmExplanation
Dorothy saw Auntie Em in the Witch's crystal ball when she was locked in the tower.Rate this question:
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- 10.
When Dorothy was leaving Oz, who did she say she was going to miss most of all?
- A.
The Lion
- B.
The Scarecrow
- C.
The Wizard
- D.
The Tin Man
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B. The ScarecrowExplanation
Dorothy said she was going to miss the Scarecrow most of all when leaving Oz. This suggests that she formed a strong bond with the Scarecrow during their journey and valued their friendship. The Scarecrow, despite lacking a brain, showed wisdom and loyalty throughout their adventures, which likely endeared him to Dorothy.Rate this question:
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