#1
What is the main theme of 'The Cask of Amontillado'?
Revenge
ExplanationCentered on vengeance.
#2
What is the setting of 'The Cask of Amontillado'?
A catacomb in Italy
ExplanationTakes place in an Italian catacomb.
#3
What is the narrator's name in 'The Cask of Amontillado'?
Montresor
ExplanationThe narrator is named Montresor.
#4
What is the primary reason behind Montresor's desire for revenge?
Fortunato insulted him
ExplanationMotivated by Fortunato's insult.
#5
How does Montresor lure Fortunato into the catacombs?
By pretending to need his expertise in wine
ExplanationLures him with a pretense of wine expertise.
#6
What is the mood of 'The Cask of Amontillado'?
Eerie
ExplanationCreates an unsettling atmosphere.
#7
What is the significance of Montresor's family motto?
It signifies revenge
ExplanationSymbolizes the desire for vengeance.
#8
Which literary device is prominently used in 'The Cask of Amontillado'?
Irony
ExplanationIrony is prevalent throughout.
#9
What is Fortunato's weakness that Montresor exploits?
His love for wine
ExplanationExploits Fortunato's passion for wine.
#10
Which point of view is used in 'The Cask of Amontillado'?
First-person
ExplanationNarrated in first-person perspective.
#11
What does Montresor use to entomb Fortunato alive?
Cement
ExplanationUses cement for entombment.
#12
What is the significance of the trowel in the story?
It signifies Montresor's cunning plan
ExplanationSymbolizes Montresor's scheme.
#13
What does the cask of Amontillado symbolize?
Revenge
ExplanationRepresents the desire for vengeance.
#14
What is the significance of the carnival atmosphere in the story?
It serves as a distraction for Fortunato
ExplanationThe carnival diverts Fortunato's attention.
#15
What is the climax of 'The Cask of Amontillado'?
When Montresor seals Fortunato in the wall
ExplanationClimax is Fortunato's entombment.
#16
What does the title 'The Cask of Amontillado' refer to?
A barrel of wine
ExplanationRefers to a barrel of wine.
#17
How does Montresor ensure Fortunato's compliance?
By appealing to his ego
ExplanationManipulates him through ego.