Gift of the Magi

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

• One dollar and eighty-seven cents

• Two dollars and fifty cents

• Three dollars and ten cents

• Ninety-nine cents

At the beginning of the story, what does the narrator say Della has done to save money for a present for Jim?

• She bargains with food vendors for a lower price on groceries.

• She works extra shifts at a job.

• She sells her belongings on the street.

• She borrows money from a friend.

What was the weekly rent for Della and Jim's apartment?

• $10

• $8

• $15

• $5

What was Della's prized possession?

• Her gold necklace

• Her beautiful hair

• Her diamond ring

• Her silk dress

What did Jim own that he was very proud of?

• A gold watch

• A silver bracelet

• A leather wallet

• A pair of cufflinks

How much money did Della receive for selling her hair?

• $15

• $25

• $20

• $10

What did Della buy for Jim with the money she received?

• A new coat

• A platinum fob chain

• A pair of shoes

• A leather belt

Why did Jim have an unexpected reaction to his present?

• He sold his watch to buy Della's combs.

• He didn't like his watch as much as Della thought.

• He didn't like the chain that she bought.

• His watch was stolen.

What is the main theme of the story?

• Wealth is the greatest gift

• Love is the greatest gift of all

• Friendship is the greatest gift

• Knowledge is the greatest gift

The story implies Jim and Della pay for all these expenses EXCEPT...

• clothing

• food

• personal care products

• water

• natural gas