General
who is the author of The Gift of the Magi?
O.Henry
What is the main conflict in this story?
Person vs Self
What season is this story taking place?
The Christmas season!!
What is the allusion in the title of the story?
The title refers to the biblical Magi, when Jesus was born the wise men (The Magi) gave gifts.
How much money does Della have in the start of the story?
$1.87
who are the 2 main characters in the story?
Della and Jim
Give an example of person vs Self in this story?
What does Jim sell to get a gift for Della?
He sells his watch
What does Della sell to buy Jim a Christmas present?
Her long beautiful hair
2 character traits of Jim
Loving and selfless or something along the lines
explain a reason why
What does Della buy for Jim?
A chain for his watch
How is the main person that facing the conflict?
( Person vs Self )
Della
What is the main theme of the story?
Love and sacrifice
What is the main conflict in this story?
Person vs Self
How much did the woman buy the hair for?
$20
What does Della sell to buy Jim a Christmas present?
Her long hair
Give 2 examples of person vs Self in the story?
2 reasons!
Difference between theme and plot?
The plot is what is happening in the story
The theme is the lesson or message in the story
Who bought Della's hair?
A woman
What does Della buy for Jim?
A chain for his watch
How much money does Della have at the beginning of the story?
She has a dollar and eighty seven cents
Is there any other conflicts in the story other than the person vs Self?
Person vs circumstances.
Della & Jim have very little money and they want to buy each other a special gift for christmas
Is Della's decision to sell her hair a wise decision?
Yes, because it demonstrates her love and generosity the sacrifice gives it emotional value.
Give 2 examples of person vs Self in the story?
2 reasons!
Is there any other conflicts in the story other than the person vs Self?
Person vs circumstances.
Della & Jim have very little money and they want to buy each other a special gift for christmas