Question

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)

Accepted 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.