The Gift of the Magi

Front

What does the disappearance of the name 'Dillingham' from the letter box suggest?

Back

A decrease in the prosperity of the owners.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is the meaning of 'depreciate'?

Back

To decrease.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

Who were the Magi?

Back

The Three Wise men.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

Front

Which character is associated with the quote: 'There was clearly nothing to do but flop down on the shabby little couch and cry'?

Back

Della.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Did Della sell her hair to buy a Christmas present for Jim?

Back

True.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

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

Back

The theme of selfless love and sacrifice.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What does Della sacrifice for Jim?

Back

Her long hair.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What does Jim sacrifice for Della?

Back

His watch.

Front

What is the significance of the gifts exchanged between Della and Jim?

Back

They symbolize their love and willingness to sacrifice for each other.

Front

What literary device is primarily used in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

Back

Irony.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4