The Gift of the Magi

Front

What was Jim's most prized possession?

Back

Jim's most prized possession was his pocket watch.

Front

Why are Della and Jim compared to the magi?

Back

They are compared to the magi because they were like 'wise men', knowing that their sacrificial love was the most important part of their gift.

Front

What figurative language technique is used in the sentence: 'I couldn't have lived without giving you a present'?

Back

The technique used is hyperbole.

Front

Which event happened last in the story?

Back

Della bought Jim a gift.

Front

What does the name 'Dillingham' symbolize?

Back

The name 'Dillingham' acts as a symbol of their decreasing wealth.

Front

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

Back

The main theme is the sacrificial nature of love.

Front

How does Della show her love for Jim?

Back

Della shows her love for Jim by selling her long hair to buy him a gift.

Front

What does Jim sell to buy Della a gift?

Back

Jim sells his pocket watch to buy Della a gift.

Front

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

Back

The significance lies in the irony that their gifts are now useless because they sold their most prized possessions to buy them.

Front

What literary device is used to create irony in the story?

Back

The literary device used is situational irony.