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What does Della want to buy for Jim for Christmas?
What does Della want to buy for Jim for Christmas?
- A gold pocket watch
- A ring
- An expensive coat
- A platinum watch chain (correct)
Della sells her hair in order to purchase a gift for Jim.
Della sells her hair in order to purchase a gift for Jim.
True (A)
What is Jim's prized possession?
What is Jim's prized possession?
A gold pocket watch
Della’s hair is notable for its _______.
Della’s hair is notable for its _______.
How does Jim react when he sees Della's new haircut?
How does Jim react when he sees Della's new haircut?
Della is happy with the Christmas gift she receives from Jim.
Della is happy with the Christmas gift she receives from Jim.
What does Jim give Della for Christmas?
What does Jim give Della for Christmas?
Match the character with their prized possession:
Match the character with their prized possession:
What is literature primarily defined as?
What is literature primarily defined as?
Fiction is based entirely on factual events.
Fiction is based entirely on factual events.
What does cultural heritage refer to?
What does cultural heritage refer to?
Literature often reflects the __________ of the group of people the author belongs to.
Literature often reflects the __________ of the group of people the author belongs to.
Which of the following is NOT a type of literature mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a type of literature mentioned?
Diverse backgrounds imply that people in a group share the same experiences.
Diverse backgrounds imply that people in a group share the same experiences.
List one reason why analyzing literature is important.
List one reason why analyzing literature is important.
Match the following types of literature with their descriptions:
Match the following types of literature with their descriptions:
Flashcards
What is Literature?
What is Literature?
The written works of a specific language, country, or era, often showcasing excellent style and timeless ideas.
What is Fiction?
What is Fiction?
A type of literature created from an author's imagination, inspired by real or fictional events.
What is Nonfiction?
What is Nonfiction?
A type of literature based on real facts and events.
What is Heritage?
What is Heritage?
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What is a Diverse Background?
What is a Diverse Background?
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What is Cultural Understanding?
What is Cultural Understanding?
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How does literature mirror diverse heritage?
How does literature mirror diverse heritage?
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What is Analyzing Literature?
What is Analyzing Literature?
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Della
Della
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Jim
Jim
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The Gift of the Magi
The Gift of the Magi
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Della's hair
Della's hair
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Jim's watch
Jim's watch
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The Platinum Chain
The Platinum Chain
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The Tortoiseshell Combs
The Tortoiseshell Combs
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Sacrifice for Love
Sacrifice for Love
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Study Notes
Welcome to Our Class
- The image shows a graphic design with the words "WELCOME TO OUR CLASS" in a decorative format.
Color Game
- The image shows three blocks of color: Red, Purple, and Brown.
Literature
- Literature is a collective term covering written works (prose or verse) from a specific country, language, or period, notable for their form or insightful ideas.
Types of Literature
- Fiction: A type of writing based on the author's imagination, inspired by real or imagined events.
- Nonfiction: Writing based on factual information.
- Other Literatures: History, drama, fable, romance, fairy tales, and mythology are additional types of literature.
Story Structure (Plot Diagram)
- Exposition: Introduces the characters and setting.
- Rising Action: Series of events leading to the climax.
- Climax: The turning point, where the key decision is made.
- Falling Action: Events that follow the climax.
- Resolution: The outcome or conclusion of the story.
Shared Heritage
- Heritage is something inherited from earlier generations, including sites, artifacts, and practices. Cultural heritage includes elements a society considers important and worthy of preservation.
- Shared heritage signifies a common connection (bond) among members of a community based on their traditions, history, values, and identity. It links the past, present, and future.
Diverse Background
- A diverse background refers to a mix of differing qualities, opinions, beliefs, etc.
Literature and Shared Heritage
- Literature reflects the shared heritage of various populations by mirroring the cultures, values, beliefs, and traditions of the people, and/or the author. This is similar to how a mirror shows one's own reflection.
- Analyzing literature about diverse groups helps one understand their cultures and respect the differences in people.
Activity Directions
- Create mind maps based on the story and consider the title, character details, character's feelings, a summary, main message, and how the story relates to the reader.
The Gift of the Magi
- The short story is set in a poor Christmas season.
- Jim and Della, a couple, face financial hardship.
- Della, wanting to get a special gift for Jim, sells her hair to make the purchase.
- Jim, in turn, sells his treasured watch to purchase her a gift.
- The gifts are not as useful as the love and sacrifice behind them.
- The story highlights the couple's deep love for each other.
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