The ivy leaf was still there.

Johnsy lay for a long time looking at it. And then she called to Sue,who was stirring her

chicken broth over the gas stove…….And hour later she said:

“Sudie,some day I hope to paint the Bay of Neples.’’

a] What made  ivy leaf still to be there? Explain.

b] What changes took place in the mind of Johnsy as she lay down looking at the last ivy leaf?

c]Johnsy once again took interest in life.Support the statement with your own understanding.

d]With reference to this extract, explain the mental condition of Johnsy?

e]In detail explain the significance of the title “THE LAST LEAF.’’