The Gift of the Magi

Front

How was Della feeling at the beginning of the story?

Back

Della was upset because she didn’t have much money to spend on a gift for Jim.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

Why does Jim react so strangely when he comes home and sees Della with short hair?

Back

Jim is confused because he bought Della combs to use in her long hair.

Front

What is the main theme of 'The Gift of the Magi'?

Back

The love and sacrifice that goes into a gift is more important than the gift itself.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is Dramatic Irony?

Back

Dramatic Irony is when the audience knows more than a character in the story.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What kind of conflict is Della experiencing when she considers selling her hair?

Back

Della is experiencing Individual vs. Self conflict.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does the act of Della selling her hair symbolize?

Back

It symbolizes her love and sacrifice for Jim.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What is the significance of the gifts that Della and Jim buy for each other?

Back

The gifts symbolize their love and the sacrifices they are willing to make for one another.

Front

How does the setting of the story contribute to its themes?

Back

The setting highlights the struggles of poverty and the value of love over material possessions.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What literary device is used when Della and Jim each sacrifice their most prized possessions?

Back

This is an example of irony, specifically situational irony.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What lesson can be learned from the ending of 'The Gift of the Magi'?

Back

The lesson is that true love involves selflessness and sacrifice.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4