Why do you think the mother in "Borders" by King told the border officials that she was Blackfoot Indian instead of Canadian? Do you agree or disagree with this decision? Why or why not?
In "Borders" by King, the mother tells the border officials that she is Blackfoot Indian instead of Canadian because she identifies more strongly with her Indigenous heritage. This decision could have been made to assert her cultural identity and challenge the imposed borders. I agree with her decision as it exemplifies her resistance against being labeled and confined within the limits of a national identity, and instead highlights the importance of recognizing and celebrating diverse cultural backgrounds.
