Gift of the Magi

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What is the best theme for the story 'Gift of the Magi'?

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To give gifts out of sacrificial love.

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Who were the Magi in the story?

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The Three Wise men.

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What is the climax of the story?

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The exchange of gifts between Jim and Della.

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How much money did Della have at the beginning of the story?

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$1.87.

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How much did Mrs. Sophie give to Della for her hair?

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$20.00.

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What does the term 'sacrificial love' mean in the context of the story?

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A selfless love where one gives up something valuable for the happiness of another.

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

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

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

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Irony.

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What is the setting of 'Gift of the Magi'?

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A modest apartment in New York City during the early 1900s.

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What does Della sell to buy Jim's gift?

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Her long hair.