Unit 8 Literature Lesson 1 The Last Leaf课件 2024-2025学年高二英语北师大版选择性必修三

The Last Leaf 1 What story might these scenes tell? Let’s see what the AI predicts. 2 Activate and Share If a doctor said your friend's survival depends on will-power, what would you do to encourage them? "You are not alone in this fight. I'm right here by your side." Let's just focus on today. Today, we're going to get through this together." Focus on Small Wins "It's okay to feel scared or tired. You don't have to be strong all the time. Words of Encouragement: Remind Them of Their Strength: "Your body is fighting, and your mind is the commander. Let's fuel it with good thoughts and rest." Emphasize Your Presence Build empathy. Be their anchor. 3 Read and Explore Scan the passage to answer the following questions: (1)Who are the three main characters, and what is their relationship? (2)Can you sequence the key events of the story? 4 Read and Explore Character Map 5 Sequencing Key Events Johnsy Falls Ill Counts Leaves Stormy Night Leaf Remains Johnsy Recovers Read and Explore 6 Using AI-filtered dialogue, identify Johnsy’s dialogues. Read and Explore 7 (1)“How does Johnsy’s attitude change?” (2)“Which key words or phrases indicate this?” (3)What specific connection does Johnsy make between the falling ivy leaves and her own life? Read and Explore 8 (1)“How does Johnsy’s attitude change?” (2)“Which key words or phrases indicate this?” Read and Explore From Refusal to Revival From Despire to Hope 9 Leaf State Symbolizes Johnsy's Life View "I will die soon" "Death is certain" (3)What specific connection does Johnsy make between the falling ivy leaves and her own life? Read and Explore Tattered leaf falls All leaves will fall Last leaf clings on "I might live" 10 After a violent storm: Classify Your Predictions Natural Causes Human Intervention Symbolic Reasons “Why didn’t the last leaf fall? “What are your initial guesses?” Read and Explore 11 Proof from the Text Behrman was soaked to the skin His shoes and clothes were stiff with ice They found a lantern still lit Paint scattered on the floor AI Clip Recreates Stormy Painting 12 AI-Generated Endings Compared Ending A The last leaf falls naturally, but Johnsy still recovers on her own. Ending B Sue secretly ties a fake leaf to the vine during the storm. Ending C Behrman paints the leaf and also recovers from pneumonia. The O. Henry Ending 13 The O. Henry Ending The "O. Henry Ending" is a distinctive narrative technique named after O. Henry (the pen name of William Sydney Porter), a renowned American short story writer of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It refers to a plot twist in a story’s conclusion that is both unexpected (surprising) and logically consistent (plausible)—a combination that leaves readers startled yet convinced the twist fits the story’s context. 14 Foreshadow yet Surprise: The O. Henry Ending An effective ending is both unexpected and retrospectively logical. Let's find the hidden clues. The "Hint" Behrman boasts of a masterpiece. The ivy vine has few leaves left. Behrman is described as "protective“. The "Result" He paints his masterpiece with his life. That one leaf saves Johnsy. He sacrifices himself to protect her hope. This illustrates O. Henry's technique of concealed narration, where major action is revealed through subtle clues. 15 (1)What is Behrman’s ‘masterpiece’? What truly saved Johnsy? (2)How does the symbolic meaning of “the last leaf” evolve throughout the story? (3)Was Behrman’s act foolish or heroic? Why? Think and Share 1. Natural Prop A simple part of the setting, an object Johnsy observes. 2. Life Metaphor Becomes a symbol of Johnsy's own hope and will to live. 3. Masterpiece of Sacrifice Behrman's final artwork, embodying human compassion and sacrifice. (2)How does the symbolic meaning of “the last leaf” evolve throughout the story? Think and Share 17 (3)Was Behrman's act heroic or recklessly foolish? Use textual evidence. Heroic He saved a life. His art had a profound, immediate impact. It was a selfless act of love. Foolish He risked his life unnecessarily. His death caused others grief. Was the outcome guaranteed? Think and Share 18 Spot Real-Life Behrmans: “Who are the ‘Behrmans’ in our lives? Think and Share Share Your Story. 19 Be a Hope Leaf for Others Join the "Hope Relay": Receive, Perceive, and Give. Commit to a "Last-Leaf Action" this month. 1. Receive Remember the hope you were given. 2. Perceive Notice who needs support around you. 3. Give Be a source of hope for someone else. Document your action with a photo and one sentence to share next class. 20 Summary Character’s analysis The O.Henry’s ending Be a Hope for others 21 Choose your path to deepen your connection with the story. Option 1: Argumentative Paragraph Write ~400 words on: "Where does the primary value of Behrman's masterpiece lie—artistic form, spiritual meaning, or ethical impact?" Option 2: Creative Poem Write a short poem titled "The Last Leaf." Employ symbolism and rhyme. You may use AI tools for inspiration and polishing. Homework 22 Thank You 23 $