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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What is Della said to look wonderfully like after cutting her hair?
2. How long is Della's hair described in the beginning of "The Gift of the Magi"?
3. In what approximate time period does "The Gift of the Magi" take place?
4. How long does Della take to try to make her hair look better before Jim arrives home in "The Gift of the Magi"?
5. How much money is offered for Della's hair?
Short Essay Questions
1. How does the author use symbolism to develop the theme of wealth and poverty in "The Gift of the Magi"?
2. How has "The Gift of the Magi" been critically received since its publication?
3. What is Della's most prized possession and how is it described?
4. What does "allegory" mean and how does this term apply to "The Gift of the Magi"?
5. When and where was "The Gift of the Magi" first published? When and where was it first published in book-form?
6. Where does the rising action take place in "The Gift of the Magi"?
7. Describe the setting of the Youngs' apartment.
8. What is one example of Biblical reference or allusion in the story and why is it used?
9. Describe the character of Della in "The Gift of the Magi." What does Della seek in the story?
10. How does the historical context of "The Gift of the Magi" influence the story?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Discuss the themes of love and generosity in "The Gift of the Magi." What does love mean to the characters in this story? How do the characters demonstrate generosity? What symbolism relates to these themes?
Essay Topic 2
Describe and discuss examples of foreshadowing and red herrings in "The Gift of the Magi." How are foreshadowing and red herrings defined? Which apply in the story? What are the results of their use in the narrative?
Essay Topic 3
Discuss the theme of wealth versus poverty in "The Gift of the Magi." How do the settings in the story reinforce this theme? How do the actions of the characters connect to this theme? What statement do you think the author is making regarding wealth versus poverty?
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