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Case: Read the short story "Borders" by Thomas King and answer the following questions, using the RACE strategy.
Why was the mom so adamant about her citizenship declaration? Why does Laetita's mom refuse to declare her citizenship as either Canadian or American?
Determine to what extent you believe the mother was discriminated against by the border guards. Is there a "standard" for discrimination? That is, is there a point at which rules or norms become discrimination?
Identify the different conflicts the mother is engaged in and analyze what strengths or weaknesses in personality she reveals about herself through her reaction to these conflicts.
What were all the "borders" in the story? Consider symbolism as well as what "borders" are meant to do. To what extent does the symbol of a border in "Borders" enhance the communication and overall message of the story?
Explain the role of the media in the outcome of the story.
Identify a literary device in the story and explain how it contributes to the meaning of the story.
What is the theme of the story? What message is the author trying to convey to the audience?