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The Gift of the Magi

Maharashtra Board · Class 10 · English

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4 Topics · Maharashtra Board Class 10 English

Topics in The Gift of the Magi

1

Author and Story Type

  • O Henry is the pen name of William Sydney Porter.
  • He is known for short stories with surprise endings.
  • The Gift of the Magi is a short story with a twist ending.
2

Plot Summary

  • Della has only one dollar and eighty-seven cents, and sixty cents of it is in pennies.
  • The couple lives in a furnished flat costing eight dollars per week.
  • Jim's income has shrunk from thirty dollars a week to twenty dollars a week.
3

Characters

  • Della is loving, devoted, and practical.
  • Jim is caring, responsible, and equally selfless.
  • Della's hair is one of the couple's two prized possessions.
4

Theme and Message

  • True love is shown through sacrifice.
  • Material gifts are less important than the feeling behind them.
  • The story shows the value of selfless giving.

Key Concepts

Central concept: The Gift of the Magi

O HenryDellaJimSettingTwo prized possessionsSacrificeIronyLove and selflessness

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.

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