CBSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE LITERATURE

Detailed explanation-1: -The story first appeared on October 15, 1905, in the New York World. The story is set in Greenwich Village during a pneumonia epidemic. It tells the story of an old artist who saves the life of a young neighbouring artist, dying of pneumonia, by giving her the will to live.

Detailed explanation-2: -Friendship Is Worth Sacrifice The idea that friendship makes sacrifice worthwhile is a major theme of “The Last Leaf.” The self-sacrificing Sue toils to help her sick companion as the elderly Behrman paints in the rain and snow to save Johnsy’s life. Both of them fearfully watch the clock, hoping for a miracle.

Detailed explanation-3: -The last leaf left on the tree acts as a symbol of life and death. While it is attached to the tree, it symbolizes holding onto life, and the idea of it falling, as Johnsy explains, symbolizes death-specifically Johnsy’s death.

Detailed explanation-4: -According to the story, what happens in November? Johnsy becomes sick with pneumonia. Which of the following would the doctor most likely agree with? A patient must believe they will get better, and this will help his or her chance of recovery.