Gift of the Magi

Why does Jim react so strangely when Della tells him she has sold her hair?

• He thinks she looks like a chorus girl.

• He is upset that she didn’t consult him.

• He is ashamed of not being an adequate provider.

• He has bought a gift for her that is no longer usable.

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How much did Mrs. Sophie give to Della for her hair?

• $20.00
• $30.00
• $50.00
• $1.87

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What did Jim sell in order to buy Della a gift?

• His watch chain
• His hair
• His walking cane
• His pocket watch

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Why does Jim react so strangely when he comes home and sees Della with short hair? 

• He is mad because she cut her hair.
• He doesn’t recognize her. 
•  He is upset that he had to sell his watch. 
• He is confused because he bought Della combs to use in her long hair. 

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What did Della buy Jim for Christmas?

• A silver chain for his watch

• A new briefcase for work.

• A new coat

• A new watch

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How much money did Della have at the beginning of the story?

• 21.87

• 60 cents

• 1.87

• Story did not say

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What was the couple's last name?

• Young

• Dillingham

• Solomon

• Sofronie

What was Jim's most prized possession?

• his father's coat

• his pocket watch

• his hair

• His wife

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What was Della's most prized possession?

• her hair

• a diamond necklace

• her mom's ring

• her husband

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What is the best theme for the story?

• to give gifts out of sacrificial love

• to tell people what you are getting them for Christmas so mistakes won't happen

• to give gifts because they gave you a gift

• to save money so when Christmas comes you will have money

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