The Cask of Amontillado

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The Cask of Amontillado

Edgar Allen Poe

Have you ever 

wanted revenge?

Famous revenge story/film?

MONSTER QUIZ TIME!

To help you with the vocab... 

Freemasonry (vrijmetselarij), the teachings and practices of the fraternal (men-only) order of Free and Accepted Masons, the largest worldwide secret society—an oath-bound society, often devoted to fellowship, moral discipline, and mutual assistance, that conceals at least some of its rituals, customs, or activities from the public

Irony

verbal irony

• when someone says something totally different from what they mean

situational irony

• when a the result of a situation is totally different from what you expect it to be.

dramatic irony

• audience knows something important that the character doesn't know
• makes you scream 'don't go in there!' at a horror movie

Listen to the song

Write down 5 examples of ironic situations. 

Satire = 

a form of humour, in which people are mocked and made to look ridiculous. 

SATIRE

Satire is a form of literary or artistic work that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock individuals, institutions, or society. While satire is often intended to be funny, it usually also serves other purposes, such as social or political commentary. Therefore, it is true that satire is often meant to be funny, but it can also have other intentions beyond humor.

Sarcasm can often be funny and witty, yet simultaneously it can be hurtful and humiliating.

irony

satire

sarcasm

using language that signifies the opposite

use of irony to mock

exposing and critizing someone's stupidity

Page 3

"I shall not die of a cough."

"True, true," I replied.

Which is sarcasm and which is irony and why?

Page 3

"I drink," he said, "to the buried that repose around us."

"And I to your long life."

Which is sarcasm and which is irony and why?

Define verbal irony–when what someone says means something other than what it appears to mean. For example, Montresor drinks to Fortunato’s health and long life, meaning the thought of Fortunato dying is worth celebrating. Fortunato of course thinks Montresor’s toast is the traditional wishing of good health. .

Examples of Irony in "The Cask of Amontillado"

• Fortunado's name-While his name means "fortunate," Fortunado is anything but as he is lured into the catacombs and buried alive by Montresor. This is situational irony.

• Dramatic irony is created throughout the story because the reader knows that Montresor hates Fortunado and he is luring him into the catacombs for a dark purpose.

• Situational irony, Fortunado is dressed as a jester in the story. He is dressed for a night of revelry and fun. This creates additional irony when he first believes that Montresor's actions are a "very good joke indeed." 

Assignment

Answer the following questions. 

10 MINUTES!

Who's the narrator of this short story?

1. Fortunato
2. Edgar Allen Poe
3. Montresor
4. Amontillado

Is Montresor a reliable narrator and why?

How is it ironic that Montresor is the protagonist and Fortunado the antagonist?

How could a narrator manipulate the truth?

1. Through telling lies.
2. Through telling only his/her side of the story.
3. By using the 'I' form.
4. By giving reasons without explaining why.

The narrator's attitude changes with the progressing of the story. How does it change?

Why is Montresor a 'good' villain?

Describe Fortunado in one word.

Does the reader get to know why Fortunado must die?

What is the setting of the narrative?

1. Carnaval
2. Catacombs
3. Winecellar
4. Somewhere in France

What's the irony in the setting?

What elements of the setting are typical of a horror story?

What are the themes in The Cask of Amontillado?

CITO questions

On page 1, Montresor compares himself to Fortunado. Write down the first two words of the sentence that states this likeness.

On page 2 how does Montresor get Fortunado to come with him?

On page 3 the reader is confronted with what might be a reason for Montresor's actions. Write down the phrase that gives it away.

On page 5 how does Montresor manage to quieten Fortunado?

1. By sitting down and doing nothing.
2. By using his sword.
3. By yelling back even louder.

On page 6 how does Fortunado try to change Montresor's mind?

1. By yelling at him.
2. By mentioning that certain people are waiting for him.
3. By indicating that the joke was fun while it lasted.

What did you think about the story?

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