The Gift of the Magi Flashcard

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What did Jim sell to buy a gift for Della?

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His watch.

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What did Della sell to buy a gift for Jim?

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Her hair.

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What is the moral of the story?

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The value of a gift is not in its cost but in the love behind it.

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What did Della buy for Jim?

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A gold chain.

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What did Della do with the money she got from selling her hair?

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She bought combs.

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

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Jim and Della.

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What theme is explored in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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Sacrifice and love.

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What does Jim's watch symbolize in the story?

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His love and sacrifice for Della.

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What does Della's hair symbolize in the story?

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Her beauty and sacrifice for Jim.

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How does the story illustrate the concept of irony?

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Both characters sacrifice their most prized possessions for each other, rendering their gifts useless.