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6th Grade
The Gift of the Magi Test
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How much money does Della have to buy a Christmas gift for Jim? | $1.87 |
| Why does Della sell her hair? | To buy Jim a gold watch chain. |
| What is Jim’s most prized possession? | His pocket watch. |
| What gift does Jim buy for Della? | A set of combs for her hair. |
| What does Della do to get money for Jim’s gift? | She sells her long hair/ |
| What is the main setting of the story? | Jim and Della's modest apartment. |
| What type of irony is most prominent in the story? (There are three choices.) | Situational Irony |
| Why is the gold watch chain meaningful to Jim? | It complements his treasured watch. |
| What does the author compare Jim and Della to at the end of the story? | The Magi |
| What does the word “shabby” in the description of their apartment suggest about their living conditions? | Poor |
| How does Jim react when he sees Della’s short hair? | He is surprised but not upset. |