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How does Montresor describe Forturato's strengths and weaknesses early in the story The Cask of Amontillado?
Montresor describes Fortunato as an expert in wines and a connoisseur. He plays off Fortunato's vanity by appealing to his knowledge of wines to lead him to his demise. Montresor also mentions that Fortunato's weakness is his pride and that he can easily be manipulated by flattery.
What are two main ideas of The Cask of Amontillado?
The main idea for the story ''The Cask of Amontillado'' is that Montresor wants revenge about what Fortunato said to him, when he would had felt insulted by Fortunato.
In the story 'The Cask of Amontillado' what reason did Montresor give to Fortunato so the latter would go with him?
Montressor lured Fortunato into the tomb by challenging his pride and confidence in being a self proclaimed wine connoisseur. It was Fortunato's own cocky attitude (and drunkenness) that failed him. If Fortunato had been sober, he may have acknowledged the foreshadowing remarks made by Montressor during their journey.
How does the narrator persuade Fortunato to come with him in 'The Cask of Amontillado'?
In "The Cask of Amontillado," the narrator persuades Fortunato to come with him by appealing to Fortunato's pride in his connoisseurship of wine. He entices Fortunato with the promise of tasting a rare and valuable cask of Amontillado, knowing that Fortunato's ego and desire to prove his expertise will make him eager to go with the narrator to the catacombs.
What are the similarities that Montresor and Fortunato have in the story The Cask of Amontillado?
One thing that is similar about Montresor and Fortunato in The Cask of Amontillado is that they both are single minded about their pursuit of something. Montresor is in pursuit of killing Fortunato and Fortunato is in pursuit of the amontillado.
Did Fortunato insult Montresor in 'The Cask of Amontillado'?
The story does not say why Fortunato insulted Montresor. In fact, there is doubt that there ever were any insults at all. They might have simply been a product of Montresor's imagination
Reaction paper of the story 'The Cask of Amontillado'?
"The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe depicts the story of Montresor's calculated and cold-blooded murder of his acquaintance Fortunato. The tale intricately delves into themes of revenge, pride, and betrayal, as Montresor lures Fortunato into the catacombs under the guise of sampling wine, ultimately entombing him alive. The narrative is a chilling exploration of human depravity and the lengths to which one might go in seeking vengeance.
What is Fortunato's weakness in 'The Cask of Amontillado'?
Fortunato's weakness is his pride and arrogance. He believes himself to be a wine connoisseur and is easily manipulated by Montresor's flattery regarding the nonexistent Amontillado. This leads to his downfall as he is lured into the catacombs and ultimately meets his demise.
What are 3 hints that Montresor gives to Fortunato?
In 'The Cask of Amontillado,' Montresor provides numerous clues that had Fortunato been paying attention, might have seemed strange. First of all, he is continuously making references to Fortunato's health and the dangers of wet cold conditions. Obviously, this hints at the condition, Fortunato will soon find himself in. Next, when they discuss the Freemasons, Fortunato doubts Montresor is a member. He isn't even curious about why Montresor just happens to have a trowel on his person, which he reveals to prove his membership. When Montresor goes into a diatribe about his family coat of arms, Fortunato is either too drunk to pay heed.
What is Montresor's personality?
Montresor in Edgar Allan Poe's "The Cask of Amontillado" is portrayed as cunning, manipulative, and vengeful. He is obsessed with seeking revenge on Fortunato and is willing to go to great lengths to achieve his goal. Montresor's meticulous planning and lack of remorse for his actions showcase his dark and twisted personality.
What happened in 'The Cask of Amontillado'?
"The Cask of Amontillado" is a story by Edgar Allen Poe which describes a man walling up his rival in his basement. The problem in the story is the fact that the protagonist is tired of the other man's bragging, so he decides to kill him in a really sadistic way.
What does montresor ask fortunato to do?
Montresor appeals to fortunato's pride as a wine connoisseur
