cultures. Morgan believes that headdresses are not fashion accessories. Following Kiowa tradition, only men can own war bonnets and each feather represents a war deed. Female relatives may be given the right to wear a male relative's war bonnet, but only after they understand what's expected of them when they wear it$,$ how to treat it properly, and when it is acceptable to wear.

Discussion Questions

Did Christina Fallin do something ethically prohibited in posing in a war bonnet? Does it make a difference that she claims to love and respect Native American culture? Fallin

wrote, "Please forgive us if we innocently adorn ourselves in your beautiful things." Do you view her act as innocent or not? Explain your reasoning.

What if Fallin's record label asked her to pose in the war bonnet to gain publicity for her music? Would it make a difference if this were simply a business decision to sell records? Explain your reasoning.