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Who are the two main characters in the story?
Jim Young and Della Young
How much money did Della have at the beginning of the story?
$1.87
What valuable item did Della own?
Her long hair
What valuable item did Jim own?
His gold watch
Who bought Della’s hair?
Madame Sofronie
How much did Madame Sofronie pay for Della’s hair?
$20
What gift did Della buy for Jim?
A gold watch chain
What gift did Jim buy for Della?
A set of hair combs
Where does the story take place?
New York City
During what season does the story happen?
Christmas season
Who is the author of The Gift of the Magi?
O. Henry
What is Jim’s full name in the story?
James Dillingham Young
How old is Jim?
22 years old
What is the real name of O. Henry?
William Sidney Porter
What shop did Della go to when she sold her hair?
Madame Sofronie’s Hair Shop