What does Jim buy for Della? (from The Gift of the Magi) a) Hair combs
b) A locket
c) A better wedding ring
d) Gets their china out of pawn
LAS

a) Hair combs.

Explanation:

O. Henry's short story "The Gift of the Magi" revolves around the selfless acts of a young couple who felt the desire to fulfill the other person's wishes overlooking their own. Their selfless acts of love make them one of the magi who came bearing gifts to Lord Jesus when he was born in the manger.

Christmas was approaching and the young couple hardly had enough to live. But they both knew they wanted to make sure the other did not go without any gift for the festive season. So, while Della sold her hair to get a gold chain for Jim's watch, Jim sold his watch to get "The Combs—the combs that Della had seen in a shop window and loved for a long time. Beautiful combs, with jewels, perfect for her beautiful hair". And it was this act of selfless sacrifice for one another that made them give such wise gifts was what made them like the magi.