The Gift of the Magi Flashcard

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

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The main theme is the sacrifice of love, where both characters give up their most prized possessions to buy gifts for each other.

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What does Della sell to buy a gift for Jim?

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Della sells her hair.

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What does Jim sell to buy a gift for Della?

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Jim sells his watch.

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What does Della buy for Jim with the money from selling her hair?

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Della buys a gold chain for Jim's watch.

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What does Jim buy for Della with the money from selling his watch?

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Jim buys a set of combs for Della's hair.

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What is the significance of the title 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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The title refers to the wise men (Magi) who brought gifts to Jesus, symbolizing the value of selfless giving.

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How much did the furnished rooms cost in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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The furnished rooms cost $8 a week.

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

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The lesson is that true love involves sacrifice and that the value of a gift is not in its price but in the thought behind it.

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

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The story is set in a modest apartment in New York City during the early 1900s.

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Who are the main characters in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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The main characters are Della and Jim, a young couple deeply in love.