Why was the conductor amused while talking to Valli?
Why was the conductor amused while talking to Valli? Valli is trying to behave more mature than her age. She is trying to look overconfident and smart. When the conductor tries to help her get on the bus she replies that she will manage and doesnt need his help. The conductor is amused at her behavior and in an effort to tease her calls her 'madam'.
Did Valli enjoy her bus ride?
Valli thoroughly enjoyed her ride in the bus. The following lines from the text tell us about it. She saw so many things on her way-a canal, palm trees, grasslands, distant mountains.