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Which sentence from the passage provides the best insight into Della’s feelings for Jim?
"A furnished flat at $8 per week.”
“Only 1.87 to buy a present for Jim.”
“‘Will you buy my hair?’ asked Della.
“‘Please God, make him think I am still pretty.’”
What can the reader infer from the following passage?
Della is upset that her clothes are worn.
Della is upset because her hair is wet.
Della is bothered that she has to find a gift for Jim.
Della decides to sell her hair, and briefly mourns the loss of her favorite feature.
Which sentence from the passage provides the best example of suspense within the story?
"Jim was never late.”
“The door opened and Jim stepped in and closed it.”
“He simply stared at her fixedly with that peculiar expression on his face.”
“Out of his trance Jim seemed quickly to wake.”
For which of the following reasons does the author most likely include the story of the magi in the last paragraph?
To show that Della and Jim should have given the same gifts as the magi.
To show that Della and Jim represent the spirit of giving through love.
To show that Della and Jim need to learn generosity.
To show that Della and Jim chose poor gifts for one another.
Which inference can be best made about Della?
She wants to please Jim.
She is persuaded easily.
She fears being alone.
She is self-absorbed.
Which inference can be best made about Jim?
He is judgmental.
He is successful.
He is arrogant.
He is caring.
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