Question

Valli was sensitive, but at the same time, she was fearless and quite determined. Think of another character from your textbook, who displayed similar character traits.
Compare and contrast the lives of Valli and the other character, that you have chosen from the text of Two Stories about Flying.
You may begin this way.
The characters who are fearless and determined from two texts are Valli and __________.
(Reference: Madam Rides a Bus & Two Stories about Flying)

Hint:

Determination and courage are common themes in stories. Characters like Valli and the young seagull teach us that overcoming fear leads to growth and achievement.

Answer 1

The fearless and determined characters from the two texts are Valli and the young seagull from the story His First Flight.

• Valli’s Resolve: Valli, an eight-year-old from Madam Rides the Bus, is driven by curiosity and resolve. She independently seeks a bus ride, overcoming obstacles like solo travel and managing funds with courage and fearlessness.
• Young Seagull’s Resolve: In His First Flight, the young seagull initially fears flight. Driven by hunger and instinct, he eventually flies. He mirrors Valli's triumph over fear with bravery and resolve.

Comparison:

• Communal Traits: Both Valli and the young seagull exhibit fearlessness and determination, pursuing objectives despite their anxieties and constraints.
• Divergent Motivations: Valli's resolve stems from curiosity and a desire for exploration, whereas the young seagull's resolve is rooted in survival and overcoming his fear of flight.