The Cask of Amontillado

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What preparation does Montresor make for Fortunato's visit?

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Montresor ensures that his servants will not be at home when he returns.

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Why is there a pile of bones on the floor in Montresor's vaults?

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Montresor is hiding his building materials under them.

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What disturbs Montresor in paragraphs 85–89?

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The lateness of the hour.

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What type of conflict is depicted in 'The Cask of Amontillado'?

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Man vs. Man.

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Why does Montresor pause his masonry work in paragraph 76?

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To enjoy listening to Fortunato's distress.

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What is the significance of the setting in 'The Cask of Amontillado'?

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The setting creates a dark, eerie atmosphere that enhances the themes of revenge and deception.

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How does Montresor's character contribute to the story's theme?

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Montresor's calculated and vengeful nature exemplifies the theme of revenge.

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What role does irony play in 'The Cask of Amontillado'?

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Irony is central to the story, particularly in Montresor's manipulation of Fortunato's pride.

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What is the main theme of 'The Cask of Amontillado'?

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The main theme is revenge and the consequences of pride.

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How does Poe use foreshadowing in the story?

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Poe uses foreshadowing through Montresor's comments about the nitre and the catacombs.