Question

Based on his actions at the end of \"The Gift of the Magi,\" what can readers infer about Jim?. . A.. He is still shocked by Della's appearance.. . B.. He does not like Della's gift to him.. . C.. He appreciates Della's gift to him, even if he won't be able to use it.. . D.. He wants to return the combs and get his money back..

Answer 1

O. Henry's The Gift of the Magi is considered a short story. O. Henry is actually a pen name for William Sydney Porter. The short short story is about a married couple and their ways of dealing with the challenges of purchasing Christmas gifts for each other. The challenge is, it has to be a secret and they don't have much money.

The answer is: He appreciates Della's gift to him, even if he won't be able to use it.