Instructions
Read each question carefully and answer in complete sentences. Use the space provided for your responses.
Reading Comprehension
Read the following passage and answer the questions:
From "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry
Vocabulary Builder
Define the following words as they appear in the passage:
1. Grocery
2. Cent
Critical Thinking Questions
1. What is the main theme of the passage? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.
2. How does the author describe the setting? What sensory details does the author use to create this description?
Creative Expression
Imagine you are the character in the story. Write a short letter to a friend describing your feelings about the events of the day.