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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz · Chapter

Home Again explained

Dorothy returns to her Kansas home and is joyfully reunited with Aunt Em, expressing her happiness at being back.

What happens

Dorothy returns to her Kansas home and is joyfully reunited with Aunt Em, expressing her happiness at being back.

Themes in this chapter

  • Home and Belonging

    Dorothy's return emphasizes the comfort and joy of being home.

Characters to notice

  • Dorothy

    Returns home and is embraced by Aunt Em.

  • Aunt Em

    Sees Dorothy running toward her and welcomes her with kisses.

  • Toto

    Returns with Dorothy to Kansas.

Key passages

  • “My darling child! ... Where in the world did you come from?”

    Aunt Em exclaims in surprise and delight at Dorothy's sudden appearance.

    Aunt Em's reaction highlights the unexpectedness of Dorothy's return.

  • “From the Land of Oz ... And oh, Aunt Em! I’m so glad to be at home again!”

    Dorothy explains her origin and expresses her happiness at being back.

    Dorothy's words underscore the theme of homecoming.

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