Quiz on 'The Gift of the Magi'

How much money did Della have to buy a gift for Jim in the beginning?

• $21.00

• $1.87

• $10.00

• $20.00

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What did Della sell to buy Jim's gift?

• A necklace

• Her hair

• Her watch

• A ring

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What was the gift that Della bought for Jim?

• A book

• A pair of shoes

• A platinum watch chain

• A gold watch

What did Jim sell to buy Della's gift?

• His shoes

• His hat

• His coat

• His watch

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What did Della do to her hair before Jim came home?

• She straightened it

• She curled it

• She cut it

• She dyed it

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What was Jim's initial reaction when he saw Della?

• He was angry

• He was surprised

• He was indifferent

• He was happy

What did Della think Jim would say when he saw her?

• That she looked beautiful

• That she looked like a chorus girl

• That she looked like a model

• That she looked like a schoolgirl

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What type of combs did Della receive as a gift?

• Metal combs

• Tortoiseshell combs

• Wooden combs

• Plastic combs

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What lesson does the story convey about giving and receiving gifts?

• Gifts should be expensive

• Sacrifices can show true love

• Gifts should be practical

• Gifts should be surprising

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What does the author compare Della's hair to? (Choose TWO!!!)

• Water

• A curtain

• A garment

• A river

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