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What is Della's problem at the beginning of the story?
she wants to buy Jim a wonderful Christmas gift, but she doesn't have enough money
What kind of conflict does Della experience when she is trying to figure out how to get money to buy Jim a Christmas gift?
man vs. self
How much do the Young's pay for rent on their apartment?
$8.00
How is the conflict in the story resolved?
Jim and Della each make a foolish and dear sacrifce to buy the other a gift.
Who is the protagonist of the story
Della
What does Della do to get enough money to buy Jim a Christmas present?
she sells her hair
What is a major theme in this story?
sacrifice
How much money does Della get for her hair?
$20.00
O. Henry considered Jim and Della to be wise because they chose gifts that
were true expressions of love
What is Della'a most prized possession
her hair
What does Della buy Jim for Christmas?
a watch fob
Who is Mme. Sofronie?
a wig maker
Jim's reaction to Della's gift reveals that he is ________.
forgiving
What was O. Henry's purpose in writing this story?
to show that the best gifts come from the heart.
How much money does Della have to save to buy Jim a Christmas Gift
$1.87
What does Jim do to get enough money to buy Della a Christmas gift?
sells his watch
Who are the Magi?
the wise men that brought gifts to baby Jesus
Why is Jim upset about Della's short hair when he comes home?
he knows she can't use the gift he bought for her
Why doesn't Jim use his middle name "Dillingham" anymore?
he isn't making as much money as he used to
What is Jim's most prized possession
his watch
What did Jim buy Della for Christmas?
hair combs
Who are the children that O. Henry writes about in the final paragraph of the story?
Jim and Della
What do Jim and Della do with their Christmas gifts?
put them away until they can use them
Who is the narrator in the story?
an outside narrator