The Gift of the Magi

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

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

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

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The main characters are Jim and Della, a young couple who love each other deeply.

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What sacrifice does Della make for Jim?

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Della sacrifices her long hair to buy a platinum chain for Jim's watch.

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What sacrifice does Jim make for Della?

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Jim sacrifices his watch to buy a set of combs for Della's hair.

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What does the title 'The Gift of the Magi' refer to?

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It refers to the wise men (Magi) who brought gifts to Jesus, symbolizing the value of giving.

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How does O. Henry use irony in the story?

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The irony lies in the fact that both Jim and Della's gifts become useless due to their sacrifices.

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What does the narrator suggest about material gifts?

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The narrator suggests that material gifts are less important than the love and sacrifice behind them.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'life is made up of sobs, sniffles, and smiles'?

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It reflects the idea that life is a mix of joy and sorrow, emphasizing the emotional depth of human experience.

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How does the story illustrate the concept of selflessness?

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The story illustrates selflessness through Jim and Della's willingness to give up their most prized possessions for each other.

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What lesson can be learned from 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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The lesson is that true love involves sacrifice and that the thought behind a gift is what truly matters.