Why does the author refer to the magi in relating this story? a. the magi’s acceptance of the characters’ loving actions was significant. b. the magi’s purpose was to stress the significance of sacrificial love. c. the magi’s devotion serves to inspire the characters’ choice of gifts. d. the magi’s belief was that giving personal gifts is an essential action.

Magi is from the story "The Gift of Magi". The word "Magi" is used to refer as the "Three Wise Men" who were known to have visited and gave special gifts to Jesus. In this story, a young couple is being related to them. The author refers to the Magi in the story to show the Magi's purpose. This purpose is to emphasize the importance of sacrificial and selfless love. The answer for this is option B.