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What does Valli mean when she says, "I was just agreeing with what you said about things happening without our knowledge."

When Valli returned home after bus riding, her mother was talking with one of Valli’s aunts. They were talking about things happening without their knowledge in the world outside. Valli was also agreed to their view because she had enjoyed a bus journey and they did not know about it.


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1. Have you ever planned something entirely on your own, without taking grown-ups into your confidence? What did you plan, and how? Did you carry out your plan?


2. Have you made a journey that was unforgettable in some way? What made it memorable?


3. Are you concerned about traffic and road safety? What are your concerns? How would you make road travel safer and more enjoyable?