Remembering
What job did Tom do in Venice?
Worked in a hotel.
Why did Tom prefer trains for travel?
He could walk around and meet people.
What would you do if strangers invited you to dinner like Melanie and Carol did to Tom?
Answer will vary.
Who is the main character of the story?
Tom Walsh.
What was the final destination of Tom's train journey?
Sofia.
Where was Tom in October 1989?
Venice.
Why did the girls say they liked Bulgaria?
They thought Sofia was a great town.
How do you think Tom felt when he discovered the money in his bag?
Surprised, shocked.
What country were the girls from?
USA.
Where did Tom meet Melanie and Carol?
On the train from Trieste.
What time did Tom’s train leave Trieste?
9 AM.
Why did Tom accept the girls' invitation to the restaurant?
He was hungry and had no money.
If you were Tom, what could you have done differently when meeting the girls?
Avoid sharing personal details, be more cautious.
What did the girls say they liked about Sofia?
It's a great town.
Why did the police stop Tom?
They found US dollars in his bag.
What are the names of the two American girls?
Melanie and Carol.
How did the girls know Tom's personal details?
They looked at his passport.
What does Tom's life as a traveler teach about his personality?
He likes adventure and meeting new people.
Who was Boris?
A man Tom met in prison.
Where did the girls get off the train?
Bela Palanka.
Which country was Tom traveling to?
Bulgaria.
Why did Tom believe he would have a great time in Sofia?
He found the girls pleasant.
What lesson did Tom learn by the end of the story?
Be careful who you trust.
How old were Melanie and Carol?
Around 27 or 28.
What did Tom plan to do after leaving prison?
Go to Australia with Boris