"The Gift of the Magi"

The theme of this story is that Jim and Della's love for each other is much more valuable than any ___________________.

• material gift

• expensive dinner

• person's opinion

• verbal expressions of love

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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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What type of irony is used in this story?

• Situational Irony
• Dramatic Irony
• Verbal Irony

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What did Jim sell in order to buy Della a gift?

• His watch chain
• His hair
• His walking cane
• His pocket watch

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How much money did Della have at the beginning of the story?

• 21.87

• 60 cents

• 1.87

• Story did not say

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What is the best theme for the story?

• to give gifts out of sacrificial love

• to tell people what you are getting them for Christmas so mistakes won't happen

• to give gifts because they gave you a gift

• to save money so when Christmas comes you will have money

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Which statement best expresses the theme of the story?

• Make sure you give people gifts they can actually use.

• Spending time with people you love is more important than getting them gifts.

• The love and sacrifice that goes into a gift is more important than the gift itself.

• Don't waste money o expensive gifts.

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What is the BEST example of irony in the story?

• The magi took gifts to Jesus.

• Della cut her most prized possession.

• Jim's most prized possession was a watch from his grandfather.

• Jim expected his wife to have hair in which to wear the combs he bought her.

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