The Gift of the Magi

Front

What mood is conveyed by the phrase 'life is made up of sobs, sniffles, and smiles, with sniffles predominating'?

Back

Depressing

Front

Why does Della choose the gift for Jim?

Back

Because it seems to have been made for him.

Front

What literary device is used in the description 'Della's beautiful hair fell about her, rippling and shining like a cascade of brown waters'?

Back

Simile

Front

Which event happened last in the story?

Back

Della bought Jim a gift.

Front

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

Back

Jim and Della's love for each other is much more valuable than a material gift.

Front

Define 'simile'.

Back

A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

Front

What does the act of Della cutting her hair symbolize?

Back

Sacrifice for love.

Front

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

Back

It refers to the wise men who brought gifts, symbolizing the selfless gifts Jim and Della give to each other.

Front

How does the story illustrate the concept of irony?

Back

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

Front

What does Della's $1.87 represent in the story?

Back

The limited means and struggles of love.