1. In what ways does Bill Bryson describe himself as easily confused?
1. In what ways does Bill Bryson describe himself as easily confused?
Explanation:
Bill Bryson often gets confused and gives examples such as struggling to find the lavatory in a cinema hall and ending up near a self-locking door, repeatedly asking his hotel room number, and getting flustered when the zipper on his carry-on bag gives way and scatters his belongings.
2. What happens when Bill Bryson’s carry-on bag zipper breaks?
2. What happens when Bill Bryson’s carry-on bag zipper breaks?
Explanation:
When the zipper on his carry-on bag breaks, all the items inside fall out and scatter on the ground, including newspapers, loose papers, tobacco packets, magazines, passports, English money, and film.
3. Why is Bill Bryson’s finger bleeding, and how does his wife react?
3. Why is Bill Bryson’s finger bleeding, and how does his wife react?
Explanation:
Bill Bryson's finger starts bleeding after he forcefully tries to pull a zipper. His wife looks at him in wonder and says, “I can’t believe you do this for a living.”
4. How does Bill Bryson end up in a “Crash position” on an airplane?
4. How does Bill Bryson end up in a “Crash position” on an airplane?
Explanation:
While on a flight, Bill Bryson leaned over to tie his shoe, and the person in front of him abruptly reclined his seat, causing Bryson to end up in a “crash position.”
5. Why do Bill Bryson’s teeth and gums turn navy blue?
5. Why do Bill Bryson’s teeth and gums turn navy blue?
Explanation:
While absorbed in conversation with an attractive woman, Bill Bryson unknowingly sucked on the end of his pen, causing ink to leak into his mouth and turn his teeth and gums navy blue.
6. Why is Bill Bryson unsuccessful in his mission to be “suave,” and what are some examples of his “unsuave” behavior?
6. Why is Bill Bryson unsuccessful in his mission to be “suave,” and what are some examples of his “unsuave” behavior?
Explanation:
Despite his longing to be suave, Bill Bryson is not successful in his mission. He behaves in unsuave ways, such as getting into a car without leaving enough space for his coat, wearing light-colored trousers without realizing he had sat on chewing gum, ice cream, cough syrup, and motor oil.
7. Why does Bill Bryson’s wife ask their children to take the lids off the food for him?
7. Why does Bill Bryson’s wife ask their children to take the lids off the food for him?
Explanation:
Bill Bryson’s wife wants to avoid any awkward situations while her husband is eating, so she asks their children to take the lids off the food for him because she doesn't like the way he does it.
8. What is the significance of the title “The Accidental Tourist”?
8. What is the significance of the title “The Accidental Tourist”?
Explanation:
The title “The Accidental Tourist” is significant because it accurately reflects the various accidental and strange experiences that Bill Bryson has while travelling.
9. Have you ever found yourself in a similar situation to Bill Bryson’s confusion or unsuave behavior? Share your experience with the class.
9. Have you ever found yourself in a similar situation to Bill Bryson’s confusion or unsuave behavior? Share your experience with the class.
Explanation:
Last year, I was attending an important job interview and was very nervous. I accidentally spilled coffee on my shirt while trying to take a sip, and it left a large stain that was visible to everyone. I felt embarrassed and tried to cover it up with my jacket, but I knew it was noticeable. It made me feel flustered and distracted during the interview, and I didn't perform as well as I had hoped.
