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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 late 1700s.
(c) The early 1800s.
(d) The late 1600s.

2. 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 little girl.
(b) A girl who prostitutes herself for money.
(c) A girl who sings and dances for money.
(d) A girl who works in a library.

3. How old is Jim said to be in the narrative?
(a) 32.
(b) 24.
(c) 22.
(d) 29.

4. How long does Della take to try to make her hair look better before Jim arrives home in "The Gift of the Magi"?
(a) 10 minutes.
(b) 20 minutes.
(c) Two hours.
(d) 40 minutes.

5. How is the electric bell at Jim and Della's apartment described?
(a) It is tinkly and soft.
(b) It buzzes nonstop.
(c) It does not work.
(d) It is incredibly loud.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much is the cost of the room where Della and Jim live?

2. How much money is offered for Della's hair?

3. For how long does Della shop for a gift for Jim after selling her hair?

4. What did Jim sell to buy Della's gift?

5. How much is Jim's income now, according to the author in the opening of "The Gift of the Magi"?

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