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The Gift of the Magi

Maharashtra Board · Class 10 · English

Summary of The Gift of the Magi for Maharashtra Board Class 10 English. Key concepts, important points, and chapter overview.

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Overview

Notice how the story turns a simple Christmas gift exchange into a deep study of love, sacrifice, and irony. Della and Jim are poor, but each wants to give the other a meaningful present. Their choices make the ending both touching and surprising.

Key Concepts

Della has only one dollar

Della has only one dollar and eighty-seven cents, and the couple lives in a furnished flat costing eight dollars per week. Their small income makes ev

Della cuts and sells her long

Della cuts and sells her long hair to buy a platinum fob chain for Jim’s watch. Jim sells his gold watch to buy tortoise-shell combs for Della’s hair.

Jim’s gold watch and Della’s hair

Jim’s gold watch and Della’s hair are the couple’s most treasured possessions. The watch belonged to Jim’s father and grandfather, and Della’s hair is

Each gift becomes useless in

Each gift becomes useless in a practical way: the combs cannot be used without hair, and the chain cannot be used without the watch. Yet the ending de

The Magi were wise men who

The Magi were wise men who brought gifts to the Babe in the manger and are said to have invented the art of giving Christmas presents. Jim and Della a

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the main events of the story.
  • Identify the two prized possessions of Jim and Della.
  • Explain the meaning of sacrifice in the story.
  • Recognise the irony in the ending.
  • Understand why Jim and Della are called the magi.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The Gift of the Magi for Maharashtra Board Class 10 English?
The Gift of the Magi covers several key topics that are frequently asked in Maharashtra Board Class 10 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in The Gift of the Magi — Maharashtra Board Class 10 English?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 41 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

Sources & Official References

Content is aligned to the official syllabus. Refer to the board website for the latest curriculum.

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