3. Read the following excerpt: “Disney’s fantastical adventure, “Oz The Great and Powerful,” imagines the origins of L. Frank Baum’s beloved wizard character. When a small- time circus magician with dubious ethics is hurled away from dusty Kansas to the vibrant Land of Oz, he thinks he has hit the jackpot - fame and fortune are his for the taking - that is until he meets three witches…”

4. Based on today’s reading and this excerpt, what does the phrase, “dubious ethics” mean? A.Oz has good moral character. B.Oz is cowardly, and has no heart or brain. C.Oz has questionable character. D.Oz despises fame and fortune.

5. Benchmark: LA.7.1.6.3 The student will use context clues to determine meanings of unfamiliar words.