8 Crossing the Road in Paris - Open Ended Quiz

Look at paragraph 1. In your own words, say what the writer likes doing and how Paris is different from other cities.

What evidence does the writer give in paragraph 1 to expand on the idea that 'One minute you have the city to yourself'?

Quote 1 piece of evidence the writer gives to show that 'Then all at once it’s frantic'.

Why is the choice of the word 'droning' effective in paragraph 1 at describing the street cleaning machines?

'London is a toilet' What does this image suggest about the state of London’s streets?

Bill Bryson uses a question at the end of the second paragraph. Why do you think he asks a question at this point?

Look at paragraph 3. What is the main reason that Bill Bryson gives for French drivers’ bad reputation?

Look again at paragraph 6. 'This is what happens.' According to Bill Bryson what 3 things happen?

What finally happens to him when he steps off the pavement?