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How to Pronounce Knife

Souvankham Thammavongsa
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20 pages • 40 minutes read

Souvankham Thammavongsa

How to Pronounce Knife

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2020

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  • Summary

  • Background

  • Story Analysis

  • Character Analysis

  • Themes

  • Symbols & Motifs

  • Literary Devices

  • Important Quotes

  • Essay Topics

    • Essay Topics

    1.

    There are several symbols in “How to Pronounce Knife.” Choose a symbol that reinforces the theme of Assimilation and Belonging. How is it conveyed? Which characters are associated with this symbol, if any?

    2.

    Some narrative elements are revealed through dialogue or repetition. How do these subtle revelations reinforce the theme of Assimilation and Belonging?

    3.

    What is the significance of scent in the short story? Why does Souvankham Thammavongsa repeat specific scents throughout the story?

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