In this document, you will find an advanced analysis of O. Henry's wonderful short story "The Gift of the Magi" (1905) — ideal for teaching literature or for preparing your students for their final exams.

The document comprises...

• the whole text with my annotations
• a whole range of typical question for analysing short sories: pyramid pattern, narrative perspective, stylistic devices, figurative language, interpretative questions

These questions encourage EFL students to think critically about the characters, themes, and literary devices used in "The Gift of the Magi," while also helping them improve their language skills through analysis and interpretation.

Level: B2

If you need more background information about analyzing short stories, I recommend my document "The Advanced Guide to Analyzing short stories" here on eduki.