Kid 9A: The Gift of Magi

Who are the characters in the story The Gift of Magi? (check all that apply)

• Della

• Jim

• O. Henry

• Mrs. Sofronie

What does Della want to do on Christmas?

• She wants to buy food for Jim.

• She wants to buy a gift for Jim.

• She wants to buy a comb for Jim.

• She wants to buy a watch for Jim.

How much money does Della have for Christmas, and that makes her sad?

• $187.

• $1.87

• $1.78

• $18.7

How much does Della's husband Jim used to earn in a month?

• $10

• $20

• $30

• $40

How much do they pay for their rent of their apartment?

• $1.87

• $20

• $8

• $30

What is very special to Della? (Jim always tell her that he loves it)

• her comb

• her hair

• her mirror

• her hat

Why does Jim's gold watch very important to him?

• Because it was given to him by his father.

• Because it was given to him by Della.

• Because it was expensive.

• Because he bought it on Christmas day.

What did Della do to have more money to buy a Christmas gift for her husband?

• She buys hair.

• She sells her hair.

• She cuts her hair.

• She tied her hair.

How much did Mrs. Sofronie pay Della for her long hair?

• $20

• $30

• $21

• $31

What gift did Della buy for Jim?

• a watch

• a comb

• a chain

• a jewelry