Question

18. When Della's head was covered with tiny, close-lying curls, she looked like a
A.
truant school boy
B. Coney Island chorus girl
D. King Solomon
C. Queen of Sheba​

Answer 1

When Della's head was covered with tiny, close-lying curls, she looked like a A. truant school boy.

• The question is in reference to the story 'The Gift of the Magi'.
• In the story, Della possesses hair that are long and beautiful. Her hair grew fast.
• However, she had to cut and sell her hair in order to buy a gift for his husband on Christmas.
• After cutting her hair, Della looked like a truant school boy.

Answer 2

When Della's head was covered with tiny, close-lying curls, she looked like an option A truant schoolboy.

About the chapter:

• The gift of the magi is written by O Henry.
• This poem is about Christmas eve.
• It shows the love of couples and how much they love each other.
• They were poor but they enjoyed Christmas evening with happiness.

The character of Magi and Della:

• Magi was a wise and very young man.
• Della was a woman who knew how to save every penny.

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