Question

Who was Behrman? How did he save the life of Johnsy?

Answer 1

Behrman had worked through the rain and snow to paint the leaf outside Johnsy's window. As a result, he caught pneumonia and died. He sacrificed his own life to save Johnsy's life through the means of his masterpiece - the last leaf painted on the wall.

Answer 2

Answer:

It saved Johnsy's life. But he caught pneumonia and died. Thus Behrman plays a very important role in the story. He sacrificed his life and saved Johnsy's life