The Gift of the Magi
How much was Della's weekly rent?
How much money does her husband make per week?
For what purpose is Della saving her money?
What are the two prized possessions that Jim and Della possess?
How is Della's hair described?
What does Della decide to do with her prized possession?
How much does Della get for her prized possession?
The text does not provide information about Della's weekly rent.
Jim, Della's husband, makes $20 per week.
Della is saving her money to buy Jim a Christmas present.
The two prized possessions that Jim and Della possess are Della's long, beautiful hair and Jim's gold watch.
Della's hair is described as being her "one prized possession" and her shining glory.
Della decides to sell her hair to buy a Christmas present for Jim.
Della gets $20 for her prized possession, her hair.