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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 does the narrator say that large-hearted giving can leave behind?
2. What did Jim sell to buy Della's gift?
3. What are the "magi" from the Bible also referred to as?
4. How much was Jim being paid weekly when he and Della moved into their current apartment?
5. When Jim enters his apartment, he is described as being as what?
Short Essay Questions
1. How has "The Gift of the Magi" been critically received since its publication?
2. Describe one example of symbolism in "The Gift of the Magi." What does the symbol represent?
3. Describe the character of Della in "The Gift of the Magi." What does Della seek in the story?
4. What does Della purchase for Jim for Christmas? How is this object described?
5. What is Jim's most prized possession and how is it described?
6. How does the historical context of "The Gift of the Magi" influence the story?
7. In what tense and from what narrative perspective is "The Gift of the Magi" related?
8. What statement do you think the author is making regarding wisdom in "The Gift of the Magi"?
9. Describe the neighborhood and city where the Youngs live.
10. Describe one simile or metaphor from the short story and how it serves the reader.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Discuss the concept of gender roles and expectations in "The Gift of the Magi." How would you describe Della's role in her marriage? How reflective is this of the time the story was written? How do you think the roles of women would differ in a modern adaptation?
Essay Topic 2
Discuss the theme of sacrifice in "The Gift of the Magi." How is this theme developed through symbolism? How is it developed through character? What statement is the author making regarding sacrifice?
Essay Topic 3
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?
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