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The Gift of the Magi

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  • What is important about the title ? Are there Magi in the story ?
    Three wise kings gifted
  • The ending of “The Gift of the Magi” is ironic because the main characters...
    didn’t like Christmas presents at all.
    were not as wise as the Magi.
    were too poor to buy Christmas presents.
    sacrificed something that neither of them had use for
  • Why did Della cry when she saw the gift of Jim ?
    Because she couldn't make Jim happy by wearing it at that moment. / She was yearning for those combs for a long time before cutting her hair
  • In order to get the money, Della...
    sold her hair.
    sold her flat.
    sold her gray cat.
    sold her watch.
  • What message did the writer tell us through this story ?
    Real happiness is based on the love and care / Sacrifices will make our love stronger / Gifts are mere objects but intentions are very valuable.
  • Why did Della need money?
    To buy a new apartment.
    To buy Jim a Christmas present.
    To buy the tortoise-shell combs.
    To buy a Christmas tree.
  • Jim sold his gold watch in order to...
    buy the tortoise-shell combs Della wanted
    buy the platinum fob he wanted.
    buy the new flat Della wanted.
    buy the diamond ring Della wanted.
  • Do you think that the couple was disappointed after receiving the gifts ?
    Reasons are open
  • Describe a time when you got a gift which you disliked ? How did you handle the situation ?
    Birthday / children's day
  • Which biblical characters does the author compare Jim and Della to?
    Samson and Delilah.
    The three wise men who brought gifts to the baby Jesus.
    Adam, Eve, and the serpent.
    King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba.
  • What is Jim's full name?
    James Dillingham Young.
  • What did Della and Jim buy for each other as their Christmas gift ?
    Della bought a Fob chain to his watch and Jim bought some combs for Della's hair
  • What present does Della buy for Jim?
    platinum fob chain
  • Why did the couple undergo with a hard life ?
    Because Jim's salary was shrunk / Salary was reduced
  • How much money did she save for the gift at the beginning ?
    1.87 pounds
  • The most beloved possessions of Jim and Della were ...
    Jim’s gold watch and Della’s hair.
    Jim’s hair and Della’s gold watch.
    Jim’s coffee table and Della’s green skirt.
    Jim’s platinum fob and Della’s combs.
  • Describe a time when you pick out the perfect gift for someone
    birthday / children's day / first day in school / New year / festivals ....
  • Why was Jim shocked to see Della ?
    Because she had cut her hair / He got to know that the gift he bought became useless
  • Madame Sofronie was...
    large, too white, and chilly.
    slender, carefree, and beautiful.
    quiet, simple, and loving.
    young, athletic, and brave.
  • Why did the couple want to exchange gift on the day of Christmas ?
    Because to show their intimate love and care / to show their concern on each other / to express their pure love
  • Who are the main characters in the story ?
    Della and Jim
  • Do you think that we need to give gifts to celebrate special occasions ? Describe
    Yes / No
  • Who is the author of “The Gift of the Magi”?
    Ray Bradbury
    Frank R. Stockton
    O. Henry
    Saki
  • Why did Della save money ?
    To buy a Christmas gift for Jim
  • If you were Della, would you sell your hair ?
    Yes / No
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