Gift of Magi

At the beginning of the story, which of the following is most upsetting to Della?

• the thought of parting with her hair
• The thought that short hair may be unattractive
• The idea of not having a present good enough for Jim
• The possibility that Jim would not be able to buy her a gift

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Della's hair and Jim's watch have always made them feel:

• proud
• nervous
• worthy of each other
• ashamed of their other possessions

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Why does Jim react so strangely when Della tells him she has sold her hair?

• He thinks she looks like a chorus girl
• He is upset that she didn't consult him
• He is ashamed of not being an adequate provider
• He has bought a gift for her that is no longer usable

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Jim has sold what in order to buy a present for Della?

• His family's watch
• He didn't sell anything
• His shoes
• His overcoat

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When Jim and Della realize the full extent of what they have done, they:

• refuse to believe it
• try to make the best of it
• look for someone else to blame
• make plans to undo what they have done

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CCSS.RL.2.10

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What type of irony is used in this story?

• Situational Irony
• Dramatic Irony
• Verbal Irony

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Which of the following pieces of textual evidence best demonstrates the theme of the story?

• “One dollar and eighty-seven cents. That was all. And sixty cents of it was in pennies.”

• "Dell," said he, "let's put our Christmas presents away and keep 'em a while. They're too nice to use just at present. I sold the watch to get the money to buy your combs. And now suppose you put the chops on."

• “Isn't it a dandy, Jim? I hunted all over town to find it.”

• “The magi, as you know, were wise men--wonderfully wise men.”

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What is Della’s concern as she waits for Jim to come home?

• She worries that Jim won’t like the present.

• She is concerned that he won’t like the chops that she is making for dinner.

• She is concerned because Jim is arriving home later than usual.

• She is concerned that he will no longer think she is pretty.

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“Life is made up of sobs, sniffles and smiles …” is an example of ____.

• similie
• personification
• alliteration
• onomatopoeia

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Which inference can be best made about Della?

• She wants to please Jim.

• She is persuaded easily.

• She fears being alone.

• She is self-absorbed.

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