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, where both characters give up their most prized possessions for each other.

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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 love each other deeply.

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What does Della sell to buy Jim a gift?

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Della sells her long, beautiful hair.

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What does Jim sell to buy Della a 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 valuable gifts to Jesus, paralleling Jim and Della's selfless gifts to each other.

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

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Irony is prominently used, as both characters' sacrifices render their gifts useless.

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How does Della feel when she sees Jim's reaction to her gift?

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Della feels stunned and heartbroken when she realizes the irony of their sacrifices.

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What does the story suggest about material possessions?

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The story suggests that material possessions are less important than love and sacrifice.

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

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The story is set in a modest apartment in New York City during the early 1900s.

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What does the author imply about the nature of true love?

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The author implies that true love involves selflessness and the willingness to sacrifice for one another.