Question

think: the gift of the magiassigned by: erin radkedue: feb 12, 2026 11:59 pmlearning objectivestext1. vocabulary2. read3. quiz4. thinkquestion 5instructionsread the question carefully and select the best answer.which inference can be best made about della?□ a. she wants to please jim.□ b. she is persuaded easily.□ c. she fears being alone.□ d. she is self-absorbed.ar-ela: ① arela.9.rc.3.rf, arela.9.rc.5.rl, arela.9.rc.7.rl

Explanation:

In The Gift of the Magi, Della's core motivation is sacrificing her most prized possession (her hair) to buy a meaningful gift for Jim, showing her desire to please him. The other options do not align with her character: she is not easily persuaded, does not fear being alone, and is not self-absorbed.

Answer:

A. She wants to please Jim.