vocabulary
instigate
provoke or stir up
falling action
The realization of the sacrifice leads to a shifting and bittersweet moment.
Jim and Della come to terms with the fact that their sacrifices, while noble, have left them with gifts that are now not sensible.
what does dellas long hair symbolize
Della's long hair: symbolizes Della’s beauty, femininity and youth.
who is the best teacher
Adam Rafidi
prosperity
the condition of having good fortune
Exposition
Jim and Della Young are a young, poor couple deeply in love.
It's Christmas time, and they are facing financial difficulties.
Each wants to buy a meaningful Christmas gift for the other but lacks the money.
what are the two types of irony in the story
situational irony
dramatic irony
Most intresting story out of the three
NONE
parsimony
extreme stinginess
rising action
Della decides to sell her beautiful long hair to a wig maker to buy a platinum fob chain for Jim's watch.
Simultaneously, Jim decides to sell his watch to buy combs for Della's hair.
Both characters make sacrificial decisions without knowing what the other is planning.
What is the POV in the story
3rd person omniscient
what is the main themes of the story
Sacrifice
Love
Generosity
agile
mentally quick
what is the climax of the story
The climax is the moment they realize the level of each other's sacrifice when they see that the gifts are no longer suitable.
what are the two internal conflicts in the story
Desire for a special gift
Fear of disappointment
who is the class queen
Lelos (Elias Ha)
unassuming
not arrogant
resolution
The story concludes with a reflection on the true meaning of gift-giving and love.
Regardless the seeming uselessness of their gifts, the story highlights the depth of Jim and Della's love for each other.
The resolution highlights the enduring and priceless nature of their relationship.
another symbolism in the story
Jim’s watch
The magi
The dellagra apartment (Jim and Della house)
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