EC3 Flashcards
Who is the author of ‘The Gift of the Magi’?
O. Henry
What is the primary theme of ‘The Gift of the Magi’?
The theme of selfless love and sacrifice.
What are the names of the main characters in the story?
Jim and Della.
True or False: Della has long hair at the beginning of the story.
True
What does Della sell to buy a gift for Jim?
Her long hair.
What gift does Della buy for Jim?
A platinum fob chain for his watch.
What does Jim sell to buy a gift for Della?
His watch.
What gift does Jim buy for Della?
A set of combs for her hair.
Fill in the blank: The story is set during __________.
Christmas.
What is the irony in ‘The Gift of the Magi’?
Both characters sacrifice their most prized possessions to buy gifts for each other, rendering their gifts useless.
How does Jim react when he sees Della’s short hair?
He is shocked but understands her sacrifice.
True or False: The story ends on a happy note.
True
What does the title ‘The Gift of the Magi’ refer to?
It refers to the wise men who brought gifts to Jesus, symbolizing the value of giving.
What literary device is primarily used in the story?
Irony.
Multiple Choice: What is Jim’s prized possession?
His watch.
What does Della wish to buy for Jim?
A special gift to express her love.
Fill in the blank: Della’s hair is described as __________.
Beautiful and luxurious.
What does the story illustrate about material possessions?
That love and sacrifice are more valuable than material possessions.
True or False: Jim and Della are wealthy.
False
What does Jim’s fob chain symbolize?
His love and commitment to Della.
What does Della’s comb set symbolize?
Her love and desire to beautify herself for Jim.
What is the setting of ‘The Gift of the Magi’?
A modest apartment in a city.
How does the story reflect the spirit of Christmas?
It emphasizes giving and selflessness.
What is the main conflict in ‘The Gift of the Magi’?
The struggle to find a meaningful gift for each other despite their financial limitations.
