"The Gift of the Magi" Flashcard

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What day does the story 'The Gift of the Magi' take place?

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Christmas Eve.

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What is a possible theme of 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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The couple's love for each other is much more valuable than any material gift.

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What was Della's most prized possession in the story?

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Her hair.

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How does Della earn money for her husband's gift?

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She sells her hair.

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How much money does Della have to spend on a Christmas gift?

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$1.87.

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What does the act of selling her hair symbolize in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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Sacrifice and love.

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

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Della and Jim.

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

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It refers to the wise men who brought gifts, paralleling the couple's selfless gift-giving.

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

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True love involves sacrifice.

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What type of literary work is 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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A short story.