Question

Based on the following excerpt from O. Henry’s “The Gift of the Magi,” which statement about Della is most likely true?

Answer 1

Answer:

D.

Della is sad because she doesn’t have enough money to buy Christmas presents.

Explanation:

Correct on Plato

Answer 2

Della is sad that she didn't have enough money saved to get gifts; since it says "...and the next day would be Christmas," this implies it was important to the plot or story. The answer should be D.