Madam Ride the Bus

Madam Ride the Bus 


Character Sketch of Valli

Valli is portrayed as an eight-year-old girl who is curious, adventurous, and independent. She is a keen observer of her surroundings and exhibits a maturity beyond her age, especially in how she plans her bus journey. Here’s a detailed character sketch of Valli:

  1. Curious and Observant: Valli’s curiosity about the world outside her village is evident. She is fascinated by the idea of riding a bus and closely observes the bus and its passengers every day to learn everything she can about it.
  2. Adventurous: Despite her young age, Valli shows a strong desire to explore the world. Her decision to travel alone on the bus without informing her mother or anyone else demonstrates her adventurous spirit.
  3. Independent and Determined: Valli plans her trip meticulously, saving money little by little and gathering information about the bus timings. She doesn’t rely on anyone to fulfill her wish and acts independently, which highlights her determination.
  4. Innocent yet Mature: While she exhibits childlike innocence through her excitement and joy during the bus ride, Valli also displays a sense of maturity. She handles herself with confidence during the journey, refusing any help or offers from the bus conductor and other passengers.
  5. Sense of Pride: Valli’s pride in her actions and decisions is evident when she refuses to be treated like a child. She insists on paying her own fare and declines offers to buy her a drink, reflecting her self-respect and confidence.
  6. Empathetic: Although she is generally cheerful, Valli’s mood changes when she sees a dead cow on the road. This shows that she is empathetic and sensitive to the suffering of others.

Answer the following questions.

1.       What fascinates Valli the most?

2.       What did Valli do every day to learn about the bus journey?

3.       How did Valli react when the conductor offered her a drink?

4.       How did Valli prepare for her bus trip?

5.       Did Valli tell her mother about her bus ride? Why or why not?

Extract Based question

Read the following extract and answer the questions that follow.

"Suddenly she was overcome with sadness. What had been a lovable, beautiful creature just a little while ago had now suddenly lost its charm and its life."

a)      What is being referred to as a ‘lovable, beautiful creature’ in the extract?

b)      Why was Valli overcome with sadness?

c)       How did this incident affect her overall mood?

What lesson did Valli learn from this experience?

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