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

Question 3 • Twilight Session 1 (Fall 26): Literature and Composition I_CThompson

Which sentence best describes the irony in the passage?

Answer

It is ironic that Jim and Della will not be able to use their presents until the future.

It is ironic that Jim cannot use Della’s present because he sold his watch to get her present.

It is ironic that Jim wanted his present so badly but no longer wants it.

Explanation

Jim sells his watch to buy Della a set of combs, while Della sells her hair to buy Jim a chain for his watch. The irony is that Jim cannot use Della’s present—the watch chain—because he no longer has his watch. Choice B best describes this unexpected result.

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