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Question about Interpretations of a Story

Subject English

English

Source Originais Teachy

Originais Teachy

Topic Interpretations of a Story

Interpretations of a Story

Difficulty Medium

Medium

(Originais Teachy 2023) - Question Medium of English

In the short story 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry, the two main characters, Jim and Della, both make significant sacrifices to buy gifts for each other. They end up buying gifts that, ironically, neither can use because of what they each gave up. From your understanding of the story, what are some possible interpretations of the characters' actions and the overall message of the story?

The story suggests that material possessions are more valuable than love and sacrifice.

The overall message of the story could be that love and sacrifice are more important than material possessions.

The story indicates that love and sacrifice are less important than material possessions.

The overall message of the story could be that the act of giving is meaningless without expensive gifts.

The story implies that the best gifts are those that are expensive and useful.

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