1. Two father-son relationships are depicted in the story. Compare and contrast the relationships of Robbie and Carlos with their fathers. Explain the influence of cultural differences in these relationships.

2. Write a different ending to the story and give your reasons for choosing this new approach.

3. Investigate and report on any South American country that may have taken desaparecidos in order to silence opposition to the government in power.

4. Survey the Latin American students in your class about their role in school and community. Determine if they, like Carlos, wish to be or are forced to be isolated in the culture in which they find themselves.

5. Design a model which students can follow to become more sensitive to cultural diversity and foster positive feelings between multicultural adolescent groups.