The Gift of the Magi | Baamboozle - Baamboozle | The Most Fun Classroom Games!

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What present does Della buy for Jim?

a watch chain

When does the story take place?

The day before Christmas.

Why is Jim ashamed to have his full name on his mailbox?

He doesn't make much money; he got a pay cut

How did Della save up a $1.87?

She bargained with the shopkeepers.

Why is Della upset?

She hasn't got enough money to buy Jim a Christmas present.

What does Jim buy Della for Christmas?

combs for her hair

A 'shabby' apartment mean?

run-down, in poor condition

What does Della decide to sell?

her hair

Who were the magi?

The three kings from the bible who brought gifts for baby Jesus.

What time period was the story written?

early 1900s

What does it mean to 'window shop"?

to only look and not buy

What is Jim's full name?

James Dillingham Young.

Who are the two main characters in the story?

Della & Jim

How much money does Della get for her hair?

20 dollars

What city does the story take place in?

New York City

What's the relationship between Jim & Della?

They are husband and wife.

How much money has Della saved?

$1.87

Why is Jim so shocked to see Della with short hair?

Because he bought her combs for her hair.

What does Jim sell to buy Della a present?

his watch

How is the ending of the story ironic?

They each sacrificed a prized possession to buy the other a gift that turned out to be useless.