In "the gift of the magi," why is the information about how jim was able to afford della's combs so surprising? a. to this point, the story focuses only on della, so readers do not know of jim's plan to sell his most prized possession, too. b. to this point, the story has shown jim as selfish, so readers do not expect him to sacrifice his most prized possession for della. c. the story tells readers that jim is a very honest and good man, so it is shocking that he would resort to dishonest means to afford della's gift. d. the story states that jim owns absolutely nothing of value and never once mentions his watch up to this point.

Before odysseus talks about the lotus-eaters and the cyclops, what other events does he refer to? a. the advances of suitors that his wife penelope must fend off b. the attack by poseidon on his ship c. the attack and raid on the land of the cicones d. the nights he spent inside the trojan horse

Hurry 20 mins all the animals were now present except moses, the tame raven, who slept on a perch behind the back door. when major saw that they had all made themselves comfortable and were waiting attentively he cleared his throat and began: "comrades, you have heard already about the strange dream that i had last night. but i will come to the dream later. i have something else to say first. i do not think, comrades, that i shall be with you for many months longer, and before i die i feel it my duty to pass on to you such wisdom as i have acquired. i have had a long life, i have had much time for thought as i lay alone in my stall, and i think i may say that i understand the nature of life on this earth as well as any animal now living. it is about this that i wish to speak to you." which historical figure does old major most likely represent? tsar nicholas ii an imperial guard vladimir lenin joseph stalin

Melinda is reading a story that has several characters. the character chloe is described in great detail and has several unique traits. what kind of character is chloe