The Secret Of The Horse Analysis

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In the video, “The Secret of the Horse”, the Tran family moved into a new home so Bernadette could attend a music school. For Victor, things are really hard at his new school. Victor constantly gets bullied by a group of teenage boys. However, Victor doesn’t really say anything because he doesn't want to ruin things for his sister. Victor also hates the fact that he moved because he can’t attend any martial arts classes. Bernadette absolutely loves playing the violin, so the move means everything to her. She finally gets to attend a music school. However, she does get upset when she realizes her brother gets bullied.

5. In this short video, Alex continuously taunts Victor with racial insults. Racial comments are not justified

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