The Gift of the Magi

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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, highlighting how true love often involves selflessness and giving up something valuable for the happiness of a loved one.

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

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The main characters are Jim and Della, a young couple who are deeply in love and willing to sacrifice their most prized possessions for each other.

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What does Della sell to buy Jim's gift?

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Della sells her long, beautiful hair.

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What does Jim sell to buy Della's gift?

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Jim sells his prized watch.

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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 Magi, or Wise Men, who brought gifts to Jesus, symbolizing the idea that the greatest gift is the act of giving.

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What does Della's haircut symbolize in the story?

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Della's haircut symbolizes her love and sacrifice for Jim, as she gives up her beauty to buy him a gift.

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What does Jim's decision to sell his watch represent?

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Jim's decision to sell his watch represents his love for Della and his willingness to sacrifice his most valued possession for her happiness.

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How does the story illustrate irony?

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The story illustrates irony through the fact that both Jim and Della sacrifice their most prized possessions to buy gifts for each other, rendering their gifts useless.

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

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The story is set in a small flat in New York City during the early 1900s.

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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 is about selflessness and the willingness to sacrifice for the happiness of others.

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