AFTER TWENTY YEARS -Notes
- O.HENRY
Author Introduction:
O. Henry (William Sydney Porter) was an American writer known for his short stories, which typically feature surprise endings or twists. Born in 1862, O. Henry’s writing is often characterized by its humor, irony, and use of clever plot twists.
Summary :
The story takes place on a quiet New York street at 10 p.m. A man named Bob waits to meet his old friend, Jimmy Wells, after twenty years. They had promised to meet at this spot, as they had separated two decades ago, with Bob heading west and Jimmy staying in New York. Bob has become successful, while Jimmy is now a police officer.
After some time, a man approaches and introduces himself as Jimmy. However, he soon reveals that Bob is wanted for a crime and is being arrested. The twist: the officer is not Jimmy but another policeman, sent by Jimmy himself to arrest Bob. Jimmy, recognizing his friend as a criminal, sent someone else to carry out the arrest to avoid confrontation.
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Evaluation:
1. What is the setting of the story "After Twenty Years"?
a) A busy street in New York
b) A quiet street in New York
c) A café in New York
d) A park in New York
Ans: B
2. What is the promise made by Bob and Jimmy?
a) To meet in the West
b) To meet after 20 years at the same spot
c) To write to each other every year
d) To start a business together
Ans:B
3.What was Bob’s profession?
a) Policeman
b) A businessman
c) A writer
d) A soldier
Ans: B
4.Why does Jimmy not arrest Bob himself?
a) Because he is afraid of confrontation
b) Because he feels guilty
c) Because Bob is his best friend
d) Because he has already become a police officer
Ans: A
5. What is the twist at the end of the story?
a) Bob escapes successfully
b) Jimmy is arrested
c) Bob is arrested by another officer
d) The officer is actually Bob’s Brother
Ans: C
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