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English · 2025 · 3 marks
CBSE 2025 · Region 2 · Set 1 · Q8
Valli found joy and fascination in the simple act of watching the bus pass through her village. What does this reveal about her perspective on life…
Valli found joy and fascination in the simple act of watching the bus pass through her village. What does this reveal about her perspective on life and her surroundings ? (Madam Rides the Bus)
Official answer
the sight of the bus brought her unending joy.
had a keen sense of curiosity/ appreciation for the world around her
found excitement in seemingly ordinary moments/ naive
derived pleasure from observation of people and vehicles.
had no friends- bus only source of adventure
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