The Gift of the Magi (Day 2) | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

English 18 Public

Comprehension Questions

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The exchange of gifts between Jim and Della is the ______.

exposition

climax

resolution

rising action

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When we as readers are called upon to think about the sacrifices that Jim and Della make for each other, this is the ______.

exposition

resolution

climax

falling action

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Who were the Magi?

The Three Wise Men

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At the beginning of the story Jim says, “I may be poor, Della, but I’m the luckiest man in all New York.” Why does Jim feel lucky?

He has a wonderful wife, and they love each other.

He thinks he is about to get a promotion at work.

He loves window-shopping

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How much money did Della have saved?

$1.87

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

$20.00

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What was the perfect gift that Jim bought for Della?

a set of beautiful combs

new car

gold necklace

jeweled hair brush

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What is the theme of this story?

Unconditional love is the best kind of gift giving.

You need to save up to buy gifts.

Money buys love.

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What "treasure" does Jim have?

his grandfather's watch

his father's gold coin

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What does FALTER mean?

hesitate

quit

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added beauty to something; decorated

adorned

cascade

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locks of a woman's hair

tresses

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gave something up for the sake of something else

sacrificed

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A short chain or strap for a pocket watch.

fob

prosperity

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success, wealth, or good fortune

prosperity

sacrificed

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A high mirror that is made to hang between windows.

pier-glass

coveted

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