Why is jim so shocked about della's lack of hair? he thinks she looks like a boy. he had never seen a woman with short hair. he had just bought a gift for her hair. he wasn't; his mind was on something else.

He had just bought a gift for her hair.

Explanation:

In "The Gift of the Magi," Jim is shocked to learn that Della has decided to cut her hair. This is because he had just bought her a set of combs that he thought were perfect for her long hair. However, although he is surprised, he does not seem upset, and they are both reassured by the fact that her hair will grow again soon.

she is outspoken and direct