A Down Home Meal for These Difficult Times Lesson Plan

What does the medallion symbolize in "Medallion"?

When Yohannes first lands in California, his taxi driver, Bobby, gives him his card and tells Yohannes to call him if he needs a job. He also tells Yohannes that he will cover the cost of the taxi ride as a way of welcoming his new friend to America. When Yohannes's hours are cut at his university job, he ends up calling Bobby for help. Bobby promises to help Yohannes obtain his own medallion by driving his taxi around when Bobby is off duty. The medallion symbolizes a false promise. Bobby has no intention of helping Yohannes get a medallion, it is all part of his scheme to steal from the young immigrant. Bobby builds...