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“The Garden of Forking Paths”
Discussion 1. The words “The Garden of Forking Paths” in the story signify a number of things. Give at least four significations and justify why they embody what “garden of forking paths” mean
2. How many layers do we have in this story? Justify your claim.
3. How is the concept of the labyrinth an effective symbol for a novel? Relate to the concept of “The Garden of Forking Paths” by Tsui Pen.
4. How does the short story show that it is aware that it is a fictional work?
5. In sum, what makes the story “metafictional”? Consider the points raised and the research materials you have submitted.