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Why is it entitled The gift of magi?
The title of the story refers to the three “wise men” or magi who are supposed to have come bringing precious gifts to present to Jesus at his birth. Henry used this title because of the idea of precious gifts and the idea of wisdom that the title alludes to.
Where was the story The Gift of the Magi included?
It was allegedly written at Pete’s Tavern on Irving Place in New York City. The story was initially published in The New York Sunday World under the title “Gifts of the Magi” on December 10, 1905….The Gift of the Magi.
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| Publication date | December 10, 1905 (newspaper); April 10, 1906 (book) |
How much is the cost of the room where Della and Jim live?
In O. Henry’s short story “The Gift of the Magi,” Jim and Della live in “furnished rooms at a cost of $8 per week.” The narrator does not provide the reader with much information about the rooms, leaving much of the imagery up to the reader’s imagination.
Does the story end the way that you expect Why or why not the gift of the Magi?
At the end of the story Della cuts and sells her hair to buy Jim a chain for his watch, and Jim sells his watch to buy Della combs for her hair. Here we have a classic case of irony. The determination to find the perfect gift leads each character to make a sacrifice; that sacrifice makes each gift useless.
Do you agree with the title The gift of Magi?
according to the Bible ,the Magi were wise men who came to worship the infant Jesus Christ and brought gifts of gold frankincense and myrrh. Yes , I agree with the title as they both sacrificed their previous things for bringing gift for eachother. this shows their true love for each other. thus the title is suitable.
How much did della sell her hair for?
The woman pays Della $20 for her hair. The chain costs $21, so she now has enough money. She buys the chain to give to Jim.
How much did Della pay for rent?
In “The Gift of the Magi,” Della and Jim live in “a furnished flat” for which they pay rent of “$8 per week.” The…
What does the story teach about sacrifice The Gift of the Magi?
The lesson of “The Gift of the Magi” is that a sacrifice is valuable if it is in the service of something greater. When that sacrifice is someone’s life, it is up to us to make sure the greater good is achieved. The story reminds us that the most valuable gifts come from love.
What is the moral of the story Gift of Magi?
The moral of ”The Gift of the Magi” is that selflessness and love are the greatest gifts of all.