How is Montresor determined?
How is Montresor determined?
Despite Fortunato’s popularity and revered status, Montresor demonstrates his determination by crafting an ingenuous plan to get revenge. Montresor is also a duplicitous individual who pretends to be friendly in Fortunato’s presence to gain his trust, which makes it significantly…
Why is Montresor telling his audience this story?
Why do you think Montresor is telling his audience this story? He takes pride in his revenge. He is ashamed of his actions. He wants Fortunato to forgive him.
Why does Montresor tell his servants that even though he will not return until morning they are not to leave the house?
Why does Montresor tell his servants that, even though he will not return until morning, they are not to leave the house? He knows this will make them leave. Fortunato is susceptible to Montresor’s use of reverse psychology when he dismisses the nitre and his cough.
How did Montresor know the house would be empty?
How did Montresor know that the house would be empty? Montresor knew that his house would be empty because he made sure that his servants would leave by telling them that he would not be returning home. His servants don’t respect him.
Why does Montresor scream with Fortunato?
It is an expression of Montresor’s utter sadism. By screaming even more loudly than the hapless Fortunato, he is adding to the sense of terror that must be gripping the victim of his terrible revenge. Bear in mind that all this is happening in the catacombs, where sounds echo loudly against the cavernous walls.
Why does Montresor say rest in peace?
By saying “rest in peace” at the end of the story, Montresor indicates that his desire for revenge is over and that he no longer wants Fortunato to suffer. He hopes his former enemy is at peace.
How did Montresor lure Fortunato?
How does Montresor lure Fortunato to come to his palazzo? Fortunato was lure by a pipe of Amontillado that supposedly Montresor was keeping in his palazzo. Luchesi was Fortunato’s rival in wine tasting and Montresor mentions him as insurance to keep Fortunato in course to his plan.