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The Cask of Amontillado

Discussion Questions

Answer the questions in complete sentences:

1. How does Montresor convince Fortunato to come to the vaults?

2. How is Fortunato dressed? Why is his clothing relevant to the story? What celebration was going on
during the story?

3. What is ironic about Montresor and Fortunatos conversation on the way to the vaults?

4. As Fortunato is lead to the vaults, what is his state of mind?

5. Was this the perfect crime? Why or why not?

6. Why do you think Poe used first person? Why didnt he share Fortunatos point of view?

7. Make a list of questions youd like to ask Montresor:

8. What are your thoughts on revenge? Do you think Montresor felt better after he took his revenge?
Why or why not?

9. What is Poe saying about human nature through this story? Do you agree or disagree with him? Why?

10. How did Montresor manage to lead Fortunato to the vaults without making him suspicious?

11. What do you imagine Fortunato did to Montresor?