Characterization, Theme, and Irony in "The Gift of the Magi"
Question 10 of 10 • English 2 SS26 CR – 070-420200R-T1-PM-EDG-4
Read the excerpt from "The Gift of the Magi."And here I have lamely related to you the uneventful chronicle of two foolish children in a flat who most unwisely sacrificed for each other the greatest treasures of their house. But in a last word to the wise of these days let it be said that of all who give gifts these two were the wisest.
Answer
A
even wise people do foolish things at times.
B
those who sacrifice for others are great people.
C
sacrificing one’s most prized possessions is foolish.
D
wise people are often those with the fewest possessions.