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In "Beka Lamb," prejudice is demonstrated through the racial discrimination faced by the Creole community in Belize, highlighting the societal divisions and injustices that result from prejudice. In "Chrysalids," prejudice is depicted through the mistreatment of mutants who are considered deviations by the strictly religious society, leading to discrimination and exclusion of individuals who do not conform to the accepted norms. Both texts show how prejudice can shape social dynamics and impact individuals' lives.

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