White and black border patrolling can manifest in forms that suggest general similarities or contrasts between the reactions of both groups. Which of the following statements is most accurate regarding the differences and similarities of white and black border patrolling?

Question

A. Both white and black border patrolling are responses in part to perceived betrayal, but white border patrolling is fundamentally rooted in maintaining group position.
B. Both white and black border patrolling stem partially from feelings of jealousy, but black women are patrolled much more harshly than white women.
C. Both white and black border patrolling have low thresholds for intervention by fellow members of a group, but blacks will sometimes allow for interracial relationships as a result of perceived upward mobility.
D. Both white and black border patrolling are rooted in fundamental insecurities, but only black men are able to admit and vocalize their worries.

Answer 1

A. Both white and black border patrolling are responses in part to perceived betrayal, but white border patrolling is fundamentally rooted in maintaining group position.