The Gift of the Magi

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

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New York City in the 1900s.

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What does the story 'The Gift of the Magi' illustrate about gift-giving?

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The best gifts come from the heart.

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What are the main emotions described by the narrator in the story?

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Sobs, sniffles, and smiles.

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How can Della and Jim's apartment be described?

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Poor.

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What do Della's hair and Jim's watch symbolize in the story?

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Pride.

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Who is the author of 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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O. Henry.

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

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The theme of selfless love and sacrifice.

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What does Della sell to buy Jim a gift?

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Her long hair.

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What does Jim sell to buy Della a gift?

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His watch.

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What literary device is prominently used in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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Irony.