Question

Why is Jim so shocked about Della's lack of hair?

He thinks she looks like a boy.
He had never seen a woman with short hair.
He had just bought a gift for her hair.
He wasn't; his mind was on something else.

Answer 1

The answer is C) He had just bought her a gift for her hair. He had just bought her a really nice set of combs for her hair, then he comes home and finds out she cut it. He is very shocked.

Answer 2

He had just bought a gift for her hair.

Step-by-step explanation:

In "The Gift of the Magi," Jim is shocked to learn that Della has decided to cut her hair. This is because he had just bought her a set of combs that he thought were perfect for her long hair. However, although he is surprised, he does not seem upset, and they are both reassured by the fact that her hair will grow again soon.