The Gift of the Magi Quiz
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What did Della want Jim to do with her gift?

  • Try it on his watch (correct)
  • Admire it in the box
  • Gift it to someone else
  • Put it away for later use

    • What did Jim sacrifice to buy combs for Della?

  • His favorite book
  • His savings
  • A family heirloom
  • His watch (correct)

    • How did Jim react when Della showed him her gift?

  • He laughed out loud
  • He immediately put it away
  • He was disappointed
  • He smiled and embraced her (correct)

    • What does the author suggest about the gifts exchanged by Della and Jim?

    <p>They were foolish sacrifices for each other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the lesson conveyed about gift giving through Della and Jim's actions?

    <p>The act of giving holds more significance than the gifts themselves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What items did Della and Jim take pride in?

    <p>Della's hair and Jim's gold watch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Della decide to sell to buy a present for Jim?

    <p>Her hair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Della feel when she viewed her reflection?

    <p>Bright and joyful</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the platinum fob chain Della found?

    <p>It was a unique and special gift for Jim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of establishment did Della visit to sell her hair?

    <p>A hair goods shop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Della describe her feelings as she collected Jim's gift?

    <p>She felt joyful and carefree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the immediate reaction of Madame when Della asked to sell her hair?

    <p>She showed interest and made an offer quickly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Della do before leaving her apartment to sell her hair?

    <p>She let her hair fall and styled it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What amount of money did Della have saved before Christmas?

    <p>$1.87</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which item did Della use as a part of her saving strategy?

    <p>Pennies saved by bargaining with store owners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much was the couple's income before it was reduced?

    <p>$30 per week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotional state does Della express while counting her money?

    <p>Sorrow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the condition of the apartment suggest about Della and Jim's financial situation?

    <p>They are struggling financially</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one significant feature of Della and Jim's living situation?

    <p>They had a pier-glass in their room</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Della react to her financial predicament?

    <p>She cried and felt hopeless</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes Della's feelings about buying a present for Jim?

    <p>Unworthy and inadequate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant sacrifice did Della make for Jim?

    <p>She cut off and sold her hair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Jim first react upon realizing Della had cut her hair?

    <p>He seemed confused.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Della hope Jim would think about her after cutting her hair?

    <p>That she was still the same person.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Jim's gift to Della?

    <p>A set of expensive combs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotions did Della experience when she opened Jim's gift?

    <p>Happiness followed by disappointment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What literary device is primarily used in the situation between Della and Jim?

    <p>Irony.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Della's statement about love imply?

    <p>Her love for Jim is greater than any physical trait.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Jim's action of throwing Della's gift on the table reflect his feelings?

    <p>He was confident and excited.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Della's main motivation for cutting her hair?

    <p>To sell it for money to buy Jim a gift</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much money did Della have after buying the chain for Jim's watch?

    <p>$0.87</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Della do to her hair before Jim arrived?

    <p>She curled it to enhance her appearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Jim's condition when he entered the house?

    <p>He appeared thin and serious</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Della feel when she heard Jim's step on the stairs?

    <p>Nervous and frightened</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Jim's expression when he first saw Della?

    <p>A peculiar, unreadable expression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Della notice about Jim's watch that bothered her?

    <p>It had an old leather strap instead of a chain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Della do just before Jim arrived home?

    <p>She lit the gas and worked on her hair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Gift of the Magi

    • Setting: A furnished flat, $8 per week, in a city, Christmas Eve.
    • Characters: Della and Jim (James Dillingham Young)
    • Della's Dilemma: Only $1.87 to buy Jim a gift for Christmas.
    • Jim's Gift: A chain for his prized watch.
    • Della's Sacrifice: Sells her beautiful hair for $20 to buy Jim's gift.
    • Jim's Reaction: Stands in shock at first when he sees Della without her hair, realizing she sacrificed her hair, not a material commodity that will diminish in value.
    • Mutual Sacrifice: Both Della and Jim sacrificed cherished possessions for each other.
    • Theme: Sacrifice of the characters for love, valuing relationships over material possessions.
    • Importance of Giving: The story highlights the importance of giving and the significance of unselfish acts of love.

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    Test your understanding of O. Henry's classic story, 'The Gift of the Magi'. This quiz explores the characters of Della and Jim, their sacrifices, and the theme of love and giving. Dive into the details of their choices and the significance behind their actions.

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