by Gregor Snook
Step into the world of O. Henry’s ‘The Gift of the Magi’, where love and sacrifice intertwine in a touching narrative. This quiz will challenge your memory and understanding of the story’s poignant moments and intricate details. Ready to see how much you recall about Jim and Della’s heartfelt journey?
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The Gift of the Magi Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the main theme of ‘The Gift of the Magi’?
Wealth and power
Sacrifice and love
Adventure and exploration
Mystery and suspense
2. What valuable item does Della sell to buy a gift for Jim?
Her wedding ring
Her long hair
A family heirloom
Her favorite dress
3. What does Jim sell to buy a gift for Della?
His watch
His coat
His hat
His shoes
4. What is the setting of the story?
A small village in England
A bustling city in the early 1900s
A rural town in the 1800s
A modern-day metropolis
5. What is the significance of the title ‘The Gift of the Magi’?
It refers to the wise men who brought gifts to Jesus
It indicates the magical nature of the gifts
It symbolizes the wealth of the characters
It suggests the gifts were enchanted
6. How much money does Della initially have to buy Jim’s gift?
$1.87
$5.00
$10.00
$15.00
7. What is Jim’s reaction when he sees Della’s short hair?
He is angry
He is indifferent
He is shocked
He is amused
8. What does Della buy for Jim?
A new suit
A pair of gloves
A platinum fob chain
A hat
9. What is the irony in ‘The Gift of the Magi’?
Both gifts are useless because they sold what the gifts were meant for
The gifts were too expensive
They forgot to buy gifts
The gifts were identical
10. Who is the author of ‘The Gift of the Magi’?
Mark Twain
Charles Dickens
O. Henry
Ernest Hemingway
11. What is Della’s full name?
Della Young
Della Dillingham
Della Dillingham Young
Della Smith
12. How does the story ‘The Gift of the Magi’ end?
Jim and Della break up
Jim and Della laugh at the irony and embrace
Jim and Della decide to sell the gifts
Jim and Della find new jobs
13. What is the significance of the combs Jim buys for Della?
They are a family heirloom
They are made of gold
They represent Jim’s love and sacrifice
They are very expensive
14. What literary device is most prominently used in ‘The Gift of the Magi’?
Metaphor
Irony
Simile
Alliteration
15. What holiday is approaching in ‘The Gift of the Magi’?
Thanksgiving
Christmas
New Year’s Eve
Easter
16. How does the narrator describe Jim and Della’s financial situation?
Wealthy
Comfortable
Poor
Middle class
17. What lesson can be learned from ‘The Gift of the Magi’?
Material wealth is the most important
Love and sacrifice are more valuable than material possessions
Always save money
Never give gifts
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