The Gift of the Magi Quiz

What is the primary theme of the story?

• The importance of wealth

• The joy of Christmas

• The value of selfless love

• The challenges of poverty

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does Della's action of cutting her hair reflect on her character?

• She is impulsive and careless.

• She values her appearance over everything.

• She is selfless and deeply loves her husband.

• She is desperate for money.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

The phrase 'bulldozing the grocer' suggests that Della:

• Was aggressive in her shopping.

• Negotiated hard to save money.

• Bought groceries often.

• Disliked the grocer.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Della's feeling of 'intoxication' after selling her hair can be best described as:

• Drunkenness.

• Excitement and euphoria.

• Confusion and dizziness.

• Illness.

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What does the word 'parsimony' in the first paragraph imply about Della's situation?

• She is very wealthy.

• She is extremely cautious.

• She is excessively frugal due to necessity.

• She is miserly by nature.

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The story's setting primarily contributes to the mood of:

• Adventure and excitement.

• Despair and hopelessness.

• Warmth and comfort.

• Struggle and love.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the author use figurative language when describing Della's hair?

• As a symbol of wealth.

• As a representation of her pride.

• As a metaphor for freedom.

• As a sign of her youth.

The 'pier-glass' in Della's flat serves as a symbol of:

• Their financial struggles.

• Della's vanity.

• Their modest living conditions.

• The couple's hope for the future.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

What does Della's contemplation before the mirror reveal about her character?

• Her vanity and self-obsession.

• Her insecurity about her appearance.

• Her determination and sacrifice for love.

• Her regret about her financial situation.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

The interaction between Della and Madame Sofronie primarily shows:

• Della's desperation.

• Madame Sofronie's kindness.

• Della's negotiating skills.

• Madame Sofronie's greed.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4