Exploring the Themes of Sacrifice in The Gift of the Magi

The story 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry is about a young couple, Della and Jim, who are financially struggling but deeply in love. Della sells her long hair to buy a chain for Jim's prized watch, while Jim sells his watch to buy combs for Della's hair. The story highlights their selfless love and the irony of their gifts, concluding with the moral that true wisdom in giving lies in the love and sacrifice behind the gifts.

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

• One dollar and 87 cents

• Three dollars

• Two dollars and 50 cents

• Four dollars

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

• Ten dollars

• Twenty dollars

• Eight dollars

• Fifteen dollars

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What were the two prized possessions of the James Dillingham Youngs?

• Della's hair and Jim's gold watch

• Della's ring and Jim's gold watch

• Della's necklace and Jim's gold watch

• Della's hair and Jim's silver watch

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Where did Della go to sell her hair?

• A jewelry store

• A hair salon

• Madame Sofronie's hair goods shop

• A pawn shop

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

• A pair of gloves

• A new coat

• A hat

• A platinum fob chain

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How did Della feel after cutting her hair and buying the gift?

• Regretful

• Angry

• Excited and anxious

• Indifferent

What was Jim's initial reaction when he saw Della's short hair?

• He was surprised and confused

• He was angry

• He was happy

• He was indifferent

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What did Jim buy for Della as a Christmas present?

• A bracelet

• A dress

• A necklace

• A set of combs

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What did Jim sell to buy Della's gift?

• His hat

• His gold watch

• His gloves

• His coat

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

• The joy of receiving gifts

• The importance of wealth

• The value of selfless love and sacrifice

• The significance of material possessions

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