he Last Leaf

1. What is Johnsy's iIIness? What can cure her, the medicine or the wiIIingness to
Iive?
Answer: Johnsy is suffering from pneumonia. Pneumonia is a type of chest infection.
Even in modern days if not treated on time it can prove fatal. Medicines have a certain
role to play and apart from them body's defense mechanism plays an important role in
fighting a disease. Moreover, research has proved that patient's mental condition also
has a role in curing or worsening a disease.
As per the doctor, Johnsy is feeling depressed and has lost all hopes. Doctor is giving
her the required treatment but her condition is not improving. t would be a combination
of medicine and a willingness to live which is going to cure her.
2. Do you think the feeIing of depression Johnsy has is common among
teenagers?
Answer: Teenagers are full of energy. Because of hormonal changes going in the body
they do experience mood swings. A slight pep talk can work wonders for their
motivation. Similarly, a little bit of set back can create a blue mood for them. t is the
way in which adults view teenagers which make them believe that teenagers are ore
prone to depression. Proper guidance and a caring upbringing can result in less
depressed teenagers which will help them realize their potential.
3. Behrman has a dream. What is it? Does it come true?
Answer: Behrman always dreamt of creating a masterpiece. A masterpiece is a
creation which withstands the test of time and people appreciate it for years to come.
For example, Mona Lisa, the famous painting by Leonardo Da Vinci was made in 15th
century and people still get awestruck after seeing it.
Behrman dream comes true because the painting of leaf he made helped save Johnsy's
life.
4. What is Behrman's masterpiece? What makes Sue say so?
Answer: The painting of leaf which Behrman made after the last leaf fell was really a
masterpiece. Sue has every reason to say so because it was able inspire Johnsy to live
her life. Quality or execution of painting can be debatable but inspirational value of the
painting can be vouched for because of the desired end result.