What happen when the zipon his cayy-on bags gives way?
The author wanted to use his flyer card to avail privilege on his England trip. He tried to open his bag. But the zip of the bag was jammed. On being pulled forcibly, it gave way. Everything within came out and fell on the ground. It also wounded his finger. It panicked the author and he started shouting.
Why does the author not drink anything while flying ? What incident does he mention to prove that?
What does the author do to look suave? What spoils his attempts and how?
What does the author not do while travelling alone? Why?
Why does not the author get free air miles for his flights?
Why does the author not get any free air miles for his flight to Australia? How does he react to it?
How is the author an accidental tourist? Pick up one instance from the story ‘The Accident Tourist’ to prove that.
What is the significance of the title?
Many people get confused easily and act in a foolish manner like Bill Bryson in the story The Accidental Tourist’. It is because they lack self-confidence. Based on your reading of the story, write a paragraph on the topic : ‘Importance of Self-Confidence’.
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