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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 is Jim's middle name?
(a) Montpierre.
(b) Dillingham.
(c) DeLemonds.
(d) Williams.

2. What has Jim bought Della for Christmas?
(a) Hair combs.
(b) A gold ring.
(c) A diamond ring.
(d) A gold watch.

3. How is the looking-glass described in Della and Jim's home?
(a) Very narrow.
(b) Round and solid.
(c) Very wide.
(d) Very large.

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

5. What aspect of the plot structure in "The Gift of the Magi" is one for which O. Henry was famous?
(a) The flash-forwards.
(b) The twist-ending.
(c) The nonlinear narrative.
(d) The flashbacks.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What Biblical king and queen are referenced in "The Gift of the Magi"?

3. How is the electric bell at Jim and Della's apartment described?

4. Where did Jim obtain his gold watch?

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

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