Question 1

What lesson can be learned from 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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True love involves sacrifice and selflessness

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Love should be transactional

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Material possessions are the most important

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Money can buy happiness

Question 2

What motivates Della to sell her hair in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

Accepted Answer

Her desire to buy a special gift for Jim

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She is upset with her hair

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She wants to change her appearance

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She needs money for rent

Question 3

What is the significance of the title 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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It refers to the wise men who brought gifts to Jesus

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It suggests a focus on luxury

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It indicates the gifts are worthless

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It implies a mysterious element in the story

Question 4

How do Della and Jim's sacrifices reflect the story's message?

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Their sacrifices demonstrate that true love is selfless

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Their sacrifices reveal their lack of communication

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Their sacrifices show that love is materialistic

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Their sacrifices highlight the importance of wealth

Question 5

What is the main reason Della is upset at the beginning of 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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She does not have enough money to buy Jim a gift

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She feels neglected by Jim

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She is unhappy with her job

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She is worried about their future

Question 6

What is the setting of 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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A modest apartment in early 1900s New York City

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A busy market in Tokyo

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A small village in England

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A luxurious mansion in Paris

Question 7

Who is the author of 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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Henry

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Mark Twain

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Ernest Hemingway

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Scott Fitzgerald

Question 8

What do Della and Jim each sacrifice in 'The Gift of the Magi'?

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Della sells her hair and Jim sells his watch

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Della gives away her clothes and Jim gives up his job

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Della sells her jewelry and Jim sells his shoes

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Della sells her books and Jim sells his guitar

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