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The couple in Gift of the Magi had two "possessions/treasures." What were they?
Jim’s gold watch and Della’s long hair.
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Describe the maid in Taste and her role at the end. How does she change the story?
She is a quiet, observant servant. She enters at the end to return Pratt's glasses, which proves he cheated by looking at the wine label in the study.
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What does Mike Schofield offer to give Pratt if he wins?
He offers his house (and his daughter's hand in marriage).
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banana
Go to last place!
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magnet
Take 5 points!
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fairy
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baam
Lose 15 points!
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Describe the County Inspector in The Fun they Had. What tools did he carry?
He was a round little man with a red face and a box of tools with dials and wires.
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How did Della feel when she looked at herself after the haircut?
She was nervous and hoped Jim would still think she was beautiful.
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Why was Jim’s expression "strange" when he first saw Della?
He was shocked because the gift he bought was for her long hair.
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Describe the gift Della bought for Jim. Why did she choose it?
A platinum watch chain; it was simple and precious, like Jim.
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Why does Margie think a man couldn't be a teacher?
She thought a human wasn't clever enough to know as much as a machine.
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baam
Lose 25 points!
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seesaw
Swap points!
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gift
Win 20 points!
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lifesaver
Give 10 points!
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What was the original bet in Taste, and how did it escalate (increase)?
Originally it was for cases of wine, but it changed to Mike's house vs. the daughter's hand.
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seesaw
Swap points!
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gift
Win 15 points!
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rocket
Go to first place!
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lifesaver
Give 20 points!
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In your opinion, is the one in The Gift of the Magi a happy or a sad story? Explain.
Own answer
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Who are the main characters at the table in Taste, and what is the atmosphere like?
Mike, his wife and daughter, and Richard Pratt. The atmosphere is tense.
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How does the author describe Richard Pratt’s personality?
He is a gourmet, arrogant, and very serious about food and wine.
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Why did Della go to "Mme. Sofronie"? What happened there?
She went to sell her hair; she got $20 for it.
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