The Cask of Amontillado by Edgar Allan Poe

What is the primary theme of "The Cask of Amontillado"?

• Friendship

• Revenge

• Love

• Redemption

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How does Edgar Allan Poe use symbolism to enhance the theme of revenge in "The Cask of Amontillado"?

• The carnival setting symbolizes freedom and joy.

• The Amontillado symbolizes Montresor's wealth.

• The catacombs symbolize death and entrapment.

• The jester costume symbolizes Fortunato's wisdom.

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Analyze Montresor's motivation for seeking revenge against Fortunato. What drives him to commit such a heinous act?

• Fortunato's wealth

• A series of insults

• Fortunato's social status

• A business rivalry

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Evaluate the narrative structure of "The Cask of Amontillado." How does Poe's choice of first-person narration impact the story?

• It creates a sense of detachment.

• It provides an unbiased perspective.

• It allows readers to understand Montresor's thoughts and feelings.

• It makes the story less engaging.

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What can be inferred about Poe's purpose in writing "The Cask of Amontillado"?

• To entertain with a light-hearted story

• To explore the dark side of human nature

• To provide a historical account

• To teach a moral lesson

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Synthesize textual evidence to support the idea that Montresor is an unreliable narrator.

• Montresor's detailed plan

• Montresor's calm demeanor

• Montresor's lack of remorse

• Montresor's inconsistent statements

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How does Poe use irony to enhance the story's impact? Provide an example from the text.

• Fortunato's name

• The carnival setting

• The Amontillado

• The catacombs

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Interpret the significance of Montresor's family motto, "Nemo me impune lacessit" ("No one attacks me with impunity").

• It reflects Montresor's pride in his family heritage.

• It justifies Montresor's actions.

• It shows Montresor's fear of Fortunato.

• It indicates Montresor's desire for wealth.

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Analyze the use of foreshadowing in "The Cask of Amontillado." How does it contribute to the story's suspense?

• The carnival setting

• Fortunato's cough

• The trowel Montresor shows Fortunato

• The Amontillado

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Evaluate the effectiveness of the story's ending. How does it reinforce the overall theme?

• It provides closure for Montresor.

• It leaves the reader questioning Montresor's sanity.

• It highlights the futility of revenge.

• It shows Fortunato's escape.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking