Question

Answer the following question in 40–50 words.

What unexpected event does Valli face and how is it ironically significant for the little child? (Madam Rides the Bus)

Answer 1

Valli unexpectedly sees a dead cow lying by the road during her bus ride; this shocks and saddens her, robbing the trip of its charm. Ironically, the encounter brings adult awareness of mortality to the little child, dampening her innocent excitement.