The Gift of the Magi CFU

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.

How much did Mrs. Sophie give to Della for her hair?

• $20.00

• $30.00

• $50.00

• $1.87

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

• His watch chain

• His hair

• His walking cane

• His pocket watch

What did Della buy Jim for Christmas?

• A silver chain for his watch

• A new briefcase for work.

• A new coat

• A new watch

What was the couple's last name?

• Young

• Dillingham

• Solomon

• Sofronie

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.

What is the setting of the story?

• Paris, France, 2000

• New York City, 1900s

• East Tennessee, 1890

• The Appalachian Mountains, 1925

When Jim and Della realize the full extent of what they have done, they try to make the ____________ of it.

• Best

• Worst

• Nothing

When Della opens her gift, she is overcome with mixed feelings that include all of the following EXCEPT:

• guilt

• despair

• delight

• disbelief

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

• 21.87

• 60 cents

• 1.87

• Story did not say