The Last Leaf" Quiz

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What was the significance of the last leaf on the creeper?

  • It was a sign of impending winter
  • It was a masterpiece painting by Behrman (correct)
  • It was a real leaf that never fell
  • It was a symbol of hope for Johnsy

What happened to Behrman as a result of painting the leaf?

  • He sold the painting for a high price
  • He contracted pneumonia and died (correct)
  • He became famous for his masterpiece
  • He lost his passion for painting

How did Behrman's painting of the leaf impact Johnsy?

  • It made her appreciate art more
  • It helped her recover from depression (correct)
  • It made her more depressed
  • It had no effect on her

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Study Notes

The Last Leaf by O. Henry

  • The last leaf on the creeper symbolizes hope and life, and its significance is that it gives Johnsy the will to live.
  • Behrman, an old artist, sacrifices his life by painting the last leaf on the creeper during a rainstorm, which ultimately leads to his death from pneumonia.
  • Behrman's painting of the leaf impacts Johnsy by giving her the inspiration to live, and she starts to recover from her illness, showing the power of art and sacrifice in sustaining human life.

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