Exploring The Gift Of The Magi: A Christmas Classic

The video presents a holiday special featuring O Henry's classic tale 'The Gift of the Magi'. It begins with an introduction to the holiday classics and a brief overview of O Henry's writing process. The main story follows a young couple, Jim and Dela, who sacrifice their most prized possessions to buy gifts for each other, highlighting themes of love and selflessness. The video concludes with closing remarks and holiday wishes from WCCO.

What are the two holiday classics mentioned in the introduction?

• The Gift of the Magi and The Night Before Christmas

• A Christmas Carol and One Who Stole Christmas

• The Gift of the Magi and One Who Stole Christmas

• The Gift of the Magi and A Christmas Carol

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What was peculiar about O. Henry's writing process?

• He only wrote in the mornings

• He never wrote during the holidays

• He always waited until the last possible moment

• He wrote his stories months in advance

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What was the income of James Dillingham Young before it shrunk?

• $35 a week

• $30 a week

• $25 a week

• $20 a week

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What are the two prized possessions of Jim and Dela?

• Jim's watch and Dela's necklace

• Jim's ring and Dela's hair

• Jim's watch and Dela's hair

• Jim's watch and Dela's ring

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How much money did Dela have after buying the lamb chops?

• $2.50

• $2.00

• $1.87

• $1.82

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What did Dela sell to buy a gift for Jim?

• Her watch

• Her ring

• Her necklace

• Her hair

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What gift did Dela buy for Jim?

• A pair of shoes

• A gold fob chain

• A leather strap

• A gold ring

What did Jim buy for Dela?

• A dress

• A bracelet

• A pair of combs

• A necklace

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What did Jim sell to buy the gift for Dela?

• His watch

• His ring

• His coat

• His shoes

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

• The significance of tradition

• The joy of receiving gifts

• The value of sacrifice and love

• The importance of wealth

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