The Gift of Magi

“Had the Queen of Sheba lived in the flat across the airshaft, Della would have let her hair hang out the window … just to depreciate Her Majesty’s jewels and gifts.” This biblical reference alludes to a famous ancient Arabian monarch known for her wealth and beauty. The purpose of this comparison is to show how _____ Della’s hair is.

• Long

• Shiny

• Blond

• Magnificent

How does the description of Jim’s clothing contribute to the development of theme?

“He needed a new overcoat and he was without gloves.”

• it illustrates how he dresses for work

• it shows how well dressed he was

• it illustrates the couples poverty

• it shows the season

How much did Madame Sofronie give to Della for her hair?

• $20.00

• $30.00

• $50.00

• $1.87

Why does Jim react so strangely when he comes home and sees Della with short hair?

• He is mad because she cut her hair.

• He doesn’t recognize her.

• He is upset that he had to sell his watch.

• He is confused because he bought Della combs to use in her long hair.

Which statement best expresses the theme (LESSON) 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 on expensive gifts.

Della is conflicted because she knows she could get good money, but she has to self her hair.

What kind of conflict is this?

• Individual vs. Society

• Individual vs. Individual

• Individual vs. Self

• Individual vs. Technology

What kind of irony is used in the short story "The Gift of The Magi"

• Verbal Irony

• Irony of Situation

• Dramatic Irony

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

• 2.00

• 3.00

• 1.87

• 2.87

Sacrifice (giving up something) is a theme (big idea) in the story.

• True

• False

Money is a theme (big idea) in the story.

• True

• False