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The Gift of the Magi Vocabulary

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the meaning of the word 'parsimony' as used in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

a)

Generosity

b)

Stinginess

c)

Wealth

d)

Extravagance

2.

In 'The Gift of the Magi', what does the word 'imputation' mean?

a)

Accusation

b)

Praise

c)

Gift

d)

Suggestion

3.

Which word best describes Della's financial situation in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

a)

Affluent

b)

Destitute

c)

Comfortable

d)

Stable

4.

What does the word 'magi' refer to in the context of the story?

a)

Wise men

b)

Magicians

c)

Kings

d)

Merchants

5.

In 'The Gift of the Magi', what does the word 'vestibule' mean?

a)

A small entrance hall

b)

A type of clothing

c)

A piece of jewelry

d)

A financial term

6.

What is the meaning of 'predominating' in the context of 'The Gift of the Magi'?

a)

Overpowering

b)

Minor

c)

Insignificant

d)

Equal

7.

Which of the following best describes the tone of 'The Gift of the Magi'?

a)

Humorous

b)

Tragic

c)

Ironic

d)

Joyful

8.

What literary device is primarily used in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

a)

Metaphor

b)

Simile

c)

Irony

d)

Alliteration

9.

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

a)

Wealth

b)

Love and sacrifice

c)

Adventure

d)

Betrayal

10.

In 'The Gift of the Magi', what does the word 'coveted' mean?

a)

Desired

b)

Ignored

c)

Despised

d)

Forgotten

11.

What does the word 'scrutiny' mean in the context of 'The Gift of the Magi'?

a)

Careful examination

b)

Quick glance

c)

Disregard

d)

Admiration

12.

Which word best describes Jim's character in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

a)

Selfish

b)

Generous

c)

Indifferent

d)

Cruel

13.

What does the word 'ecstatic' mean as used in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

a)

Joyful

b)

Sad

c)

Angry

d)

Confused

14.

In 'The Gift of the Magi', what does the word 'agile' mean?

a)

Nimble

b)

Clumsy

c)

Slow

d)

Heavy

15.

What is the significance of the gifts exchanged in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

a)

They are expensive

b)

They are useless

c)

They symbolize love and sacrifice

d)

They are traditional