The Cask of Amontillado Review

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What does 'connoisseurship' mean?

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Expert knowledge, especially in the fine arts or in matters of taste.

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What does 'succession' mean?

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A series or sequence of events or things.

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What does 'obstinate' mean?

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Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course of action.

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What is situational irony?

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A situation where the outcome is incongruous with what was expected, often in a way that is amusing or poignant.

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What is internal conflict?

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A psychological struggle within the mind of a character, often involving opposing desires or emotions.

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What is the significance of Fortunato's jester costume in 'The Cask of Amontillado'?

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It symbolizes his foolishness and the irony of his situation, as he is unaware of the danger he is in.

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What is the role of Montresor in 'The Cask of Amontillado'?

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He is the narrator and antagonist who seeks revenge against Fortunato.

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What does 'impunity' mean?

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Exemption from punishment or freedom from the injurious consequences of an action.

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What is the theme of revenge in 'The Cask of Amontillado'?

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The story explores the lengths one might go to achieve revenge and the moral implications of such actions.

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

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The story is set in an underground catacomb during Carnival in Italy.