In the space below, write a 500-word essay describing the theme of O. Henry’s “The Gift of the Magi.” Explain how the author uses irony as an essential tool in developing this theme.

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nethercreep333 · Answer

you have to do this yourself sorry

anonymous · Answer

This is a reading question

miss.rose · Answer

What do you remember what the story?

fantageplayer · Answer

On Christmas Eve, a young married woman named Della has cut and sold her long, beautiful hair to earn the rest of the money she needs for her husband's Christmas present: a platinum chain for his treasured watch. When her husband, Jim, returns to their apartment, he is shocked to see her hair gone; he has sold his watch to buy her a pair of tortoise-shell combs for her long hair. Touched by his thoughtfulness, Della assures him that her hair will grow back and she gives him the watch chain. When he sees the gift, he lovingly tells her that he has sold his cherished watch to buy her the combs for her hair. The story concludes with an omniscient narrator praising the sacrifice and love of the young couple.

fantageplayer · Answer

thats the story

miss.rose · Answer

Then just take that, and write about the theme then make sure it is 500 words. P.S if you need help, I can help, I had to do the same assignment a few weeks ago.

countrychic128 · Answer

ok thx 2 all of u!!!

fantageplayer · Answer

np

miss.rose · Answer

Hey, @Countrychic128  Don't forget to close the question.