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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "The Gift of the Magi".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Della pray for as Jim is about to enter their apartment in "The Gift of the Magi"?
(a) For Jim to think she is still pretty.
(b) For Jim to ask for a divorce.
(c) For Jim to have bought her a present.
(d) For Jim to be happy she is pregnant.

2. What does Della tell Jim she could not live through when he arrives home in "The Gift of the Magi"?
(a) She could not live through Christmas without putting up a Christmas tree.
(b) She could not live through Christmas without calling his mother.
(c) She could not live through Christmas without making a special meal.
(d) She could not live through Christmas without getting him a gift.

3. On what floor is the hair shop described as being?
(a) The third floor.
(b) The first floor.
(c) The second floor.
(d) The basement.

4. How is the design of the watch chain described?
(a) Simple.
(b) Extravagant.
(c) Highly detailed.
(d) Elaborate.

5. How much money has Della saved up in the opening of "The Gift of the Magi"?
(a) $4.23.
(b) $1.96.
(c) $1.87.
(d) $5.24.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is the looking-glass described in Della and Jim's home?

2. What is the watch chain made of that Della buys for Jim?

3. How is Della's physical stature described by the narrator?

4. How much was Jim being paid weekly when he and Della moved into their current apartment?

5. How would you describe Della's feelings for Jim?

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