Question

What is the theme in the story of "The Gift of Magi"? Explain how you got to that conclusion.

Answer 1

Answer:

The theme of  "The Gift of Magi" is that love can actually make you risk the big things.

Explanation:

I got to this conclusion since Jim and Della soled their most prized possessions so they could afford each other a Christmas gift. Their actions demonstrate the willingness to sacrifice material goods for their love.

Answer 2

Answer:

The main idea of “The Gift of the Magi” is that the value of a gift is in the giver, rather than the gift itself. Jim and Della, out of their love for each other, purchased a gift that required them to sacrifice something that was precious to them.