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What motivated Montresor to seek revenge against Fortunato?

Fortunato insulted Montresor.

What does Montresor believe is necessary for a successful revenge?

To punish with impunity and ensure the wrongdoer does not doubt the avenger's good will.

What is Fortunato's weakness that Montresor exploits?

His pride in being a connoisseur of wine.

Why does Montresor take Fortunato into the catacombs?

He pretends to seek Fortunato's expertise in verifying the authenticity of Amontillado.

What does Montresor reveal about the Montresor family crest?

A human foot crushing a serpent, with the motto 'Nemo me impune lacessit.'

How does Fortunato react when he realizes he has been chained up?

He initially laughs it off, thinking it is a joke.

What does Montresor do to ensure Fortunato cannot escape?

He walls him up in a recess within the catacombs.

What does Montresor hear from Fortunato when he is entombed?

Fortunato's screams and later, a low laugh.

What is the significance of the phrase 'In pace requiescat'?

It means 'rest in peace,' suggesting Montresor's lack of remorse for his actions.

What is the setting of the story 'The Cask of Amontillado'?

The catacombs beneath Montresor's palazzo during the carnival season.

What is Montresor's coat of arms?

It features a foot crushing a serpent, symbolizing Montresor's desire for vengeance.

How does the setting contribute to the story's mood?

The dark, eerie catacombs create a sense of foreboding and enhance the horror of the plot.

What role does pride play in the story?

Pride is both Fortunato's flaw that Montresor exploits and a driving force behind Montresor's desire for revenge.

How does the story explore the theme of pride?

Fortunato

What was Montresor's plan to lure Fortunato into the catacombs?

Montresor pretends to offer Fortunato a rare wine, Amontillado, to entice him.

How does Montresor manipulate Fortunato's ego?

He continuously praises Fortunato's wine expertise while subtly insulting him.

What is the significance of the carnival season in the story?

The carnival season symbolizes chaos and the inversion of social order, setting the stage for Montresor's revenge.

What item does Montresor use to confirm his identity?

Montresor uses a trowel, symbolizing his intentions of entombment.

What does Montresor drink to celebrate his successful revenge?

He drinks toasting to his family's motto, representing his triumph.

What does the catacomb setting represent in the story?

The catacombs symbolize death, entrapment, and the hidden darkness of Montresor's vengeance.

What does Montresor use as a pretext to lead Fortunato into the catacombs?

Montresor uses the offer of Amontillado, a rare wine, to entice Fortunato into the catacombs.