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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Characterization, Theme, and Irony in "The Gift of the Magi"

Question 1 • IDEAL ENGLISH 9 SUMMER 2026 (Sabatini)

Based on evidence in the passage, what inference can be made about Della?

Answer
A
Della is very vain about her hair and cuts it often.
B
Della has never really cared much about her hair.
C
Della is proud of her beautiful hair and feels scared and sad about giving it up.
D
Della puts her hair up much too quickly and twists it so tight that it makes her cry.
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