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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. When Della lets down her hair in the beginning of "The Gift of the Magi" it is said to almost create what?
(a) A shield for her.
(b) A scarf for her.
(c) A robe for her.
(d) A dress for her.

2. When was "The Gift of the Magi" first published?
(a) 1865.
(b) 1905.
(c) 1953.
(d) 1765.

3. On whose point of view is the narrative focused in "The Gift of the Magi"?
(a) On Della's point of view.
(b) On Jim's father's point of view.
(c) On Madame Sofronie's point of view.
(d) On Jim's point of view.

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

5. What does the narrator say Jim needs in "The Gift of the Magi"?
(a) A new coat.
(b) A rifle.
(c) A pair of new pants.
(d) A pair of socks.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Della's hat described?

2. How much money does Della have left when she returns home from purchasing Jim's watch chain?

3. How is Della's coat described?

4. What is Jim's middle name?

5. What does Della do after counting her money in the beginning of "The Gift of the Magi"?

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