"The Gift of the Magi" Flashcardizz

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

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The theme is that love and sacrifice are more valuable than material gifts.

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Who are the main characters in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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Della and Jim are the main characters.

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What does Della sacrifice to buy Jim a gift?

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Della sacrifices her long hair.

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What does Jim sacrifice to buy Della a gift?

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Jim sacrifices his watch.

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What type of story is 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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It is a short story that explores themes of love and sacrifice.

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What does Della buy for Jim?

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Della buys a chain for Jim's watch.

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What does Jim buy for Della?

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Jim buys combs for Della's hair.

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What is the significance of the title 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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The title refers to the wise men (Magi) who brought valuable gifts, paralleling Della and Jim's selfless gifts to each other.

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How does the story illustrate the concept of irony?

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The irony lies in the fact that both characters sell their prized possessions to buy gifts that are now useless.

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What does Della's hair symbolize in the story?

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Della's hair symbolizes her beauty and the sacrifices she makes for love.