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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. In what approximate time period does "The Gift of the Magi" take place?
(a) The early 1900s.
(b) The early 1800s.
(c) The late 1600s.
(d) The late 1700s.

2. What are the most significant symbols in "The Gift of the Magi"?
(a) The cat and the apartment building.
(b) The combs and the watch-chain.
(c) The ring and the necklace.
(d) The hair shop and the jewelry store.

3. Della considers what Jim will think of her cut hair and she imagines that if he does not kill her, he will say she looks like what in "The Gift of the Magi"?
(a) A girl who sings and dances for money.
(b) A girl who prostitutes herself for money.
(c) A girl who works in a library.
(d) A little girl.

4. For how long does Della shop for a gift for Jim after selling her hair?
(a) Nine hours.
(b) Three hours.
(c) Six hours.
(d) Two hours.

5. Where did Jim obtain his gold watch?
(a) From his father.
(b) From his mother.
(c) From his wife.
(d) From his brother.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much money has Della saved up in the opening of "The Gift of the Magi"?

2. What is the most likely setting of "The Gift of the Magi"?

3. How long is Della's hair described in the beginning of "The Gift of the Magi"?

4. On what floor is the hair shop described as being?

5. How old is Jim said to be in the narrative?

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