Exploring Themes in The Gift of the Magi

The video tells the story of Jim and Della, a couple who are financially struggling but deeply in love. They each sacrifice their most prized possession to buy a meaningful Christmas gift for the other. Jim sells his pocket watch to buy combs for Della's hair, while Della sells her hair to buy a chain for Jim's watch. The story highlights the theme of selfless love and the true spirit of giving, drawing a parallel to the Magi, who gave gifts to celebrate hope and love.

Who were the Magi and what did they symbolize?

• Wise men who brought gifts to a humble baby

• Merchants who sold gifts

• People who celebrated their own wealth

• Inventors of presents

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How much money did Della have to buy a gift for Jim?

• Ten dollars

• Twenty dollars

• Eighteen dollars and seventy cents

• Fifteen dollars

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What was Della secretly embarrassed about?

• Her house

• Her appearance

• Her stinginess

• Her job

What were the two possessions that Jim and Della took exceptional pride in?

• Their antique desk and letterbox

• Their clothes and jewelry

• Jim's pocket watch and Della's hair

• Their house and car

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Why did Della decide to cut off her hair?

• To donate it

• To sell it for money to buy Jim a gift

• To change her look

• To get rid of damaged hair

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What did Della buy for Jim with the money she got from selling her hair?

• A new hat

• A new suit

• A pair of shoes

• A platinum chain for his pocket watch

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What did Jim do with his pocket watch?

• He gave it to a friend

• He lost it

• He sold it to buy Della a gift

• He kept it hidden

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What did Jim buy for Della with the money from selling his pocket watch?

• A necklace

• A bracelet

• A dress

• A set of combs

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What is the main moral of the story?

• Always save money for gifts

• Material possessions are the most important

• The greatest gifts come from sacrifices made out of love

• Money is everything

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Who are considered the wisest according to the story?

• Those who save the most money

• Those who give the most expensive gifts

• Those who give up something for someone they love

• Those who receive gifts

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