The Wizard of Oz Discussion, Gifts From a Humbug
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"The Wizard of Oz Discussion, Gifts From a Humbug" is written for 7th Grade (Ages 12-13), and it covers Common Core RL.7.2. A 6th grader who is already steady on novel studies can use it too, and an older student can use it as a short review.



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7th grade reading worksheet: explain what the Wizard really gives the Scarecrow and why the Scarecrow feels changed. Answer key included. Part of our Wonderful Wizard of Oz novel studies collection. Aligned to Common Core standards.
How do I use this worksheet?
Start with the setting study, then use a discussion guide after each assigned chapter. Assign the stage script comparison when students have read Chapter VIII, and use the whole-book response to close the unit.
What students will practice
- Students will identify what Oz actually gives the Scarecrow, quoting the passage.
- Students will explain why the Scarecrow feels changed.
- Students will explain how the Wizard's gifts change the Scarecrow's view of himself.


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Curriculum Links
Common Core State Standards
Reading: Literature · 7th Grade
Standard: Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text; provide an objective summary of the text.
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FAQ
How do I use this Wonderful Wizard of Oz worksheet?
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Start with the setting study, then use a discussion guide after each assigned chapter. Assign the stage script comparison when students have read Chapter VIII, and use the whole-book response to close the unit.
What does this worksheet teach?
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Explain what the Wizard really gives the Scarecrow and why the Scarecrow feels changed. The directions on the page read: Read the passage closely. It continues on the next page. An answer key is included.
Can I use this Wonderful Wizard of Oz worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for 7th grade novel studies, and it works the same at home or at school. At home, a student can work through it alone and then go over it with you, which shows quickly what is solid and what needs another look. In class it works as independent practice, homework or a warm-up, and you can print one copy or a full set.
What is included in the 7th grade Wizard of Oz worksheets?
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The set has 9 worksheets on L. Frank Baum's novel. It includes a pre-reading setting study, three discussion guides, a whole-book response on Glinda's answer, a book versus stage script sheet, a quote response on the Tin Woodman, archetype cards and a scene scoring activity.
Do the Wizard of Oz worksheets have answer keys?
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Yes. All 9 worksheets have an answer key.
How do the worksheets compare the book with other versions?
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The Wizard of Oz, Book Versus Stage Script gives students a Chapter VIII passage and a stage script of the same scene. Students fill in a chart comparing what each version includes and how the script changes the scene.
Which chapters do the worksheets use?
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Students read printed passages from Chapters I, V, VI, VIII, XI, XII, XV and XVI, including the Lion's confession, the Witch and the Emerald City.
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Worksheet Details
| Grade | 7th Grade |
| Subject | Reading |
| Topic | Novel Studies |
| Standard | RL.7.2 |
| Pages | 3 pages |
| Difficulty | Medium |
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