O.Henry .O.Henry(1862-1910)was a prolific American short-story writer,a master of surprise endings,who wrote about the (o life of ordinary people in New york City.A twist of plot, which turns on an ironic or coincidental circumstance,is typical of O.Henry's stories
1.unexpected,yet believable ending Famous for his distinctive gift in making a surprising but logical,unexpected yet believable ending. 2.His peculiar humor: humorous yet tearful 3.O.Henry wrote with realistic detail based on his first hand experiences both. in Texas and in New york City
WHEN THE iMagi LAST LEAF FALLS During his lifetime,O.Henry published 10 collections and over 600 short stories
Famous works The Cop and the Anthem警察与赞美诗 The Furnished Room带家具出租的房间 The Gift of the Magi麦琪的礼物 The Last Leaf最后一片常春藤叶 A Service of Love爱的牺牲
Match the correct main ideas Para.1 1.conversation between two men ■Para2 2.description about the man in the doorway ■Para.3 3.the two man saw each other. ▣Para.4-5 4.the policeman was on duty in a chilly night. ■Para.6 5.policeman's devotion to his duty and his surroundings 湖 圈
Match the correct main ideas ▪ Para.1 1.conversation between two men ▪ Para2. 2.description about the man in the doorway ▪ Para.3 3.the two man saw each other. ▪ Para.4-5 4.the policeman was on duty in a chilly night. ▪ Para.6 5.policeman’s devotion to his duty and his surroundings