The Gift of the Magi Quiz

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

• A modern apartment in Los Angeles, 2020

• A countryside cottage in France, 1900

• A large mansion in London, 1800

• A small apartment in New York City, 1900

What is Della's main concern at the beginning of the play?

• She has no money for Jim's Christmas present

• She is moving to a new city

• She lost her job

• She is planning a surprise party

What does Della decide to sell to buy a gift for Jim?

• Her hair

• Her watch

• Her coat

• Her jewelry

What is Jim's most prized possession?

• A leather wallet

• A pair of gloves

• A silver ring

• A gold watch

What does Jim plan to buy for Della?

• A pair of shoes

• A new dress

• A necklace

• A set of hair combs

How much money does Della receive for selling her hair?

• 30 dollars

• 10 dollars

• 20 dollars

• 15 dollars

What does Della buy for Jim with the money she receives?

• A platinum watch chain

• A new coat

• A hat

• A pair of gloves

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

• The significance of education

• The value of selfless love and sacrifice

• The importance of wealth

• The joy of traveling

Who is the author of the original short story 'The Gift of the Magi'?

• Charles Dickens

• Jane Austen

• Mark Twain

• O. Henry

What is the irony in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

• Della and Jim decide not to celebrate Christmas

• Della and Jim receive unexpected gifts from strangers

• Della and Jim forget to buy gifts for each other

• Both Della and Jim sell their most prized possessions to buy gifts for each other