The Red Pony The Gift

Which statement best expresses the theme (LESSON) of the story?

• Make sure you give people gifts they can actually use.

• Spending time with people you love is more important than getting them gifts.

• The love and sacrifice that goes into a gift is more important than the gift itself.

• Don't waste money on expensive gifts.

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What is the irony in Jim's gift to Della?

• He buys her hair combs and she does not like them. 

• He buys her hair combs and she has cut off her hair. 

• He does not have enough money in the end to buy her anything.

• He writes a poem about her beautiful hair.

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What is the main theme of 'The Red Pony: The Gift'?

• The importance of responsibility

• The joy of receiving gifts

• The value of friendship

• The excitement of adventure

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Who is the author of 'The Red Pony'?

• John Steinbeck

• Ernest Hemingway

• F. Scott Fitzgerald

• Mark Twain

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In 'The Red Pony: The Gift', what is the gift that Jody receives?

• A puppy

• A pony

• A bicycle

• A book

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What is the name of the pony in 'The Red Pony: The Gift'?

• Gabilan

• Red

• Black Beauty

• Silver

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Which character in 'The Red Pony: The Gift' is responsible for taking care of the pony?

• Jody

• Billy Buck

• Carl Tiflin

• Mrs. Tiflin

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What lesson does Jody learn in 'The Red Pony: The Gift'?

• The importance of hard work

• The inevitability of loss

• The joy of giving

• The value of honesty

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What is the setting of 'The Red Pony: The Gift'?

• A small town

• A ranch

• A city

• A forest

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Which literary device is prominently used in 'The Red Pony: The Gift'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Irony

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