Either a tone of carelessness or hopelessness
(definition for stagnant: <span>showing no activity; dull and sluggish)</span>
The presence of the bank examiner highlights the regional characteristics, customs, and traditions.
<h3>What is regionalism?</h3>
- Tendency to emphasize the values and customs of a region.
- The practice of extolling the specific characteristics of a region.
- Artistic expression that exposes the characteristic details of a place.
Upon arriving in the border town, the bank examiner becomes a foreigner and has different customs and traditions. This highlights the city's customs and traditions, valuing them within the story.
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