Amanda and Valli both represent a longing for freedom
Amanda and Valli both represent a longing for freedom. Examine the above observation with reference to the two texts.
(Amanda and Madam Rides the Bus)
- Answer:
- Amanda
- Amanda represents the longing for freedom – felt dominated, while hermother/parent/guardian, represents instructional control over freedom,this highlights the contrast.
- The poem conveys the moral that children need to be allowed morefreedom. Excessive nagging may make them annoyed and disobedientand hence they may develop a type of dislike for real life.
- Madam rides the bus-
- On the other hand, Valli - eight years old – has no friends – wanted toexplore the world - mesmerized by the bus journey between her villageand the city - started saving money for the bus fare.
- Planned her journey meticulously.
- Exam Year: 2025
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