Themes- revenge
“ THE CASK OF AMONTILLADO”
Theme- is defined as a main idea or an underlying
meaning of a literary work that may be stated directly
or indirectly.
"The Cask of Amontillado" is a powerful tale of revenge. Montresor, the sinister narrator of this
tale, pledges revenge upon Fortunato for an insult. Montresor intends to seek vengeance in
support of his family motto: "Nemo me impune lacessit."("No one attacks me with impunity.")
** What is another theme that is present in “The
Cask of Amontillado”?
Identify the theme and explain it.
Themes:
- Deception: To lure Fortunato into the catacombs,
Montresor deceives Fortunato, telling him he wants to taste
some wine to determine whether it is genuine Amontillado.
-Pride: Fortunato readily accepts Montresor's invitation to
taste wine and determine whether it is genuine
Amontillado, for Fortunato believes himself to be a great
wine connoisseur. So proud is he of his ability that he takes
on the challenge even though he has a cough and is already
somewhat drunk.
Point of View
FIRST PERSONDefinition: A character within the story recounts/retells his or her own experiences or
impressions.
Clues: Lets the reader know only what the character knows.
Uses pronouns such as: I, me, my, mine, we, our, ours.
Point of View
SECOND PERSONDefinition: The story or the piece of writing is from the perspective of “you.”
Clues: Uncommon form of writing. Used mainly with instruction manuals, recipes, giving
directions, and poetry. Uses the pronouns: you, yours.
Point of View
THIRD PERSONDefinition: The narrator remains a detached observer, telling only the stories action and
dialogue.
Clues: Lets the reader know only what is seen and heard, not what characters think or feel. •
Uses the pronouns: he, she, it, they.
COMPLETE THE POINT OF VIEW
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POINT OF VIEW
“The Cask of Amontillado” is written in first-person and at times second-person point of view
** Find evidence from “The Cask of Amontillado” of first-person and second-person narratives