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The Cask of Amontillado

by Edgar Allen Poe
Knowing the following will help in your understanding of the story we will
read today. Fill in the correct answers as we discuss the questions as a class.

When and where did Edgar Allen Poe live?

What is Amontillado?
Who are the characters in this story?
Why is Fortunado dressed like a Jester?
What is the setting of the story?
What is the main theme?
Think about it:
Is there anyone who has made you so angry that you
cannot forgive them? If you had the chance to get back at
them somehow and no one would ever find out, would
you? Do you think you would feel better or worse
afterward?