The Gift of the Magi Selection Test

Front

What is the setting of 'The Gift of the Magi'?

Back

New York City, 1900s

Front

How does the wigmaker react when Della says she wants to sell her hair?

Back

She is surprised.

Front

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

Back

The love and sacrifice that goes into a gift is more important than the gift itself.

Front

What can we infer about Jim and Della’s life from the first two scenes?

Back

They don’t have much, but they are happy they have each other.

Front

How was Della feeling at the beginning of the story?

Back

Upset because she didn’t have much money to spend on a gift for Jim.

Front

What does the act of Della selling her hair symbolize?

Back

Sacrifice and love for her husband, Jim.

Front

What is Jim's prized possession in the story?

Back

His watch.

Front

What does the story suggest about the value of material possessions?

Back

Material possessions are less important than love and sacrifice.

Front

How does the ending of 'The Gift of the Magi' reflect the theme?

Back

Both characters sacrifice their most valued possessions for each other, highlighting the theme of love over material gifts.

Front

What lesson can be learned from Jim and Della's actions?

Back

True love involves selflessness and sacrifice.