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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. How does the narrator describe Jim and Della in the end of "The Gift of the Magi"?
2. What color is Della's hair?
3. What is the watch chain made of that Della buys for Jim?
4. The narrator says in the end of "The Gift of the Magi" that these two (Jim and Della) were what, among all who give gifts?
5. How much money does Della pay for Jim's watch chain?
Short Essay Questions
1. What are the financial circumstances of the Youngs?
2. What does "narrative intrusion" mean and how does it apply to "The Gift of the Magi"?
3. Where does the rising action take place in "The Gift of the Magi"?
4. Describe one example of symbolism in "The Gift of the Magi." What does the symbol represent?
5. What adaptations have been developed of "The Gift of the Magi"?
6. What statement do you think the author is making regarding wisdom in "The Gift of the Magi"?
7. What is an example of foreshadowing in "The Gift of the Magi"? What is foreshadowed?
8. How is the theme of sacrifice developed in the story through character?
9. Describe the neighborhood and city where the Youngs live.
10. What does Della purchase for Jim for Christmas? How is this object described?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Describe and discuss the setting of "The Gift of the Magi." How is the Youngs' home described? What clues in the setting indicate the time period of the story? Do you think this story could be set in a different time period and/or place? Why or why not?
Essay Topic 2
Describe and analyze the character of Della Young in "The Gift of the Magi." How old is Della? For how long has she been married? What are Della's actions, objectives, and obstacles in the story?
Essay Topic 3
Discuss conflict in "The Gift of the Magi." What are the three main types of conflict in narrative literature? Which types of conflict apply in this story? How are the conflicts of the story resolved, or are they?
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