Why Does The Author Use The Dentist Metaphor In The Beginning In How Do You Tame A Wild Tongue? [Solved]

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Why Does The Author Use The Dentist Metaphor In The Beginning In How Do You Tame A Wild Tongue? [Solved]

Although he was referring to her physical tongue, Anzaldúa uses this example as a metaphor for language. The dentist, who is trying to cap her tooth, symbolizes the U.S. who is similarly seeking to restrict the rights of minority groups. Nevertheless, the tongue is preventing the dentist from doing his job.

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