The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry

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

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The main theme is the sacrifice of love, where both characters give up their most prized possessions to buy gifts for each other.

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

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The main characters are Della and Jim, a young couple who are deeply in love but financially struggling.

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What does Della sell to buy Jim's gift?

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Della sells her long, beautiful hair.

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What does Jim sell to buy Della's gift?

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Jim sells his prized pocket watch.

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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 gifts to Jesus, symbolizing the idea of giving and sacrifice.

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What does Della buy for Jim?

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Della buys a platinum chain for Jim's watch.

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What does Jim buy for Della?

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Jim buys a set of combs for Della's hair.

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How does the story end?

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The story ends with both Della and Jim realizing the irony of their sacrifices, as their gifts are now useless.

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What literary device is used in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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Irony is a key literary device, particularly situational irony, as the characters' sacrifices lead to unexpected outcomes.

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

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The story is set in a modest apartment in New York City during the early 1900s.