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1. Why does Robbie's grandfather write him a letter in response to his email?

Robbie's grandfather writes him a letter in response to his email because he worries that emailing might not be "the best move, considering the topic" (2). He seems to fear someone reading their correspondence.

2. What happens while Robbie's grandfather is writing the letter while sitting with his wife?

A flock of geese descend on the deck where he and his wife and drinking out of the mugs Robbie bought them for Christmas and he is writing to Robbie.

3. What initials does Robbie's grandfather use in his letter and why?

Robbie's grandfather uses the initial G., M., and J., in his letter to keep their identities hidden in case the letter somehow ends up being read by someone else.

4. What do we learn about M. and G. at the start of the story?

M. is a documented citizen. G. is not. M. knew that G. was undocumented but did not tell the authorities.

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