Moments – The Last Leaf Test 01
CBSE Class 9 English | Story Comprehension Questions & Solutions
Questions
- Why was Johnsy’s condition worrisome according to the doctor?
- Behrman has a dream. What is it? Does it come true?
- Describe the things Sue did to make Johnsy interested.
- Why does Sue rush down to meet Mr. Behrman?
- Why did Sue become worried when Johnsy fell ill?
- ‘Behrman’s visit to Sue’s flat was a blessing in disguise for Johnsy.’ Justify the above statement. Write your answer in the context of ‘The Last Leaf’.
- What was Johnsy’s illness and how did she get well? Write your answer in the context of ‘The Last Leaf’.
Solutions
- Johnsy’s condition was worrisome because she showed no improvement despite good treatment. Her negative mindset and loss of will to live prevented medicines from working effectively.
- Behrman’s dream was to paint a masterpiece. He realized his dream when he painted the last leaf on the ivy creeper to inspire Johnsy to live.
- Sue tried to engage Johnsy by talking about clothes and fashions, painting in Johnsy’s room, and whistling while painting to divert her mind from illness.
- Sue rushed to meet Mr. Behrman to seek his help regarding Johnsy’s strange belief that she would die when the last leaf fell.
- Sue became worried because Johnsy lay in bed, depressed and inactive, gazing at the window. The doctor warned that her desire to live was essential for recovery.
- Behrman’s visit was a blessing in disguise because he painted the last leaf during a stormy night. This gave Johnsy hope, renewed her desire to live, and helped her recover. Though Behrman died of pneumonia, his masterpiece saved her life.
- Johnsy suffered from pneumonia and had lost hope. She got well after seeing the last leaf remain on the creeper despite a storm, which gave her hope and the desire to live, aiding her recovery.