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The Cask of Amontillado P. 211

The Cask of Amontillado P. 211. 2007 COS – 1, 2d, 4 2010 COS – RL.9-10.1; RL.9-10.3; RL.9-10.4; RL.9-10.10; W.9-10.1; W.9-10.4; W.9-10.5; W.9-10.7; W.9-10.10; SL.9-10.1; SL.9-10.2; SL.9-10.3; SL.9-10.4; SL.9-10.6; L.9-10.1; L.9-10.2; L.9-10.3; L.9-10.4; L.9-10.5; L.9-10.6

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The Cask of Amontillado P. 211

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  1. The Cask of AmontilladoP. 211 2007 COS – 1, 2d, 4 2010 COS – RL.9-10.1; RL.9-10.3; RL.9-10.4; RL.9-10.10; W.9-10.1; W.9-10.4; W.9-10.5; W.9-10.7; W.9-10.10; SL.9-10.1; SL.9-10.2; SL.9-10.3; SL.9-10.4; SL.9-10.6; L.9-10.1; L.9-10.2; L.9-10.3; L.9-10.4; L.9-10.5; L.9-10.6 AHSGE – R.II.2; R.IV.2 Reading Skills – Drawing Conclusions

  2. The Cask of AmontilladoLiterary Focus: Unreliable Narrator Writers sometimes assume a persona—a mask or a voice for a first-person narrator. When you read a story told by a first-person narrator, always ask yourself if you can trust the narrator.

  3. The Cask of AmontilladoLiterary Focus: Unreliable Narrator An unreliable narrator may not always know the whole truth or may purposely choose to deceive us. To determine whether a narrator is reliable or not, pay attention to his or her • actions • diction—word choice • statements • tone—attitude • voice—distinctive style of speaking

  4. The Cask of AmontilladoReading Skills: Drawing Conclusions When you read a story, you gather evidence and draw conclusions, or make judgments, based on that evidence. To decide if Poe’s narrator is reliable, look closely • at what the narrator says and does • at what Fortunato, the narrator’s enemy, says

  5. The Cask of AmontilladoBackground Centuries ago, Christians in Italy buried their dead in catacombs—long, winding underground tunnels. Later, wealthy families built private catacombs beneath their homes. Dark and cool, these chambers were suitable not only for burial but also for the storage of fine wines, such as amontillado. Poe’s story is set during carnival, which is celebrated before the start of Lent, the season during which Christians give up various pleasures. During carnival, many people wear costumes and dance in the streets.

  6. The Cask of AmontilladoVocabulary p. 210 Previewing the Vocabulary precludedv.: made impossible in advance; prevented. impunityn.: freedom from punishment or harm. retributionn.: punishment. immolationn.: destruction. connoisseurshipn.: expert knowledge. imposev. (used with upon):take advantage of.

  7. The Cask of AmontilladoVocabulary p. 210 Previewing the Vocabulary recoilingv. used as adj.: moving backward, as in fear. endeavoredv.: tried. obstinateadj.: stubborn. successionn.: series.

  8. The Cask of AmontilladoVocabulary Vocabulary Activity Choose the best vocabulary word to replace each underlined word or phrase. retribution succession impunity precluded endeavored 1.The criminals thought that they could operate with no fear of punishment. 2.A whole series of lawyers had struggled to prove that he was guilty of the crime. 3.The defense lawyer felt that the public’s desire for revengeruled out the possibility of acquittal. impunity succession; endeavored retribution; precluded

  9. The Cask of AmontilladoQuickwrite Make the Connection Edgar Allan Poe was a master at writing stories of revenge. What experiences could lead someone to seek revenge? How could an obsession with vengeance lead to tragedy? Jot down your responses, and include examples from stories or movies.

  10. What does the narrator’s smiling at the thought of Fortunato’s death tell you about his character? (p. 212) How does the narrator lure Fortunato to his palace? What does the narrator’s strategy tell you about him? (p. 213) Why might Montresor be carrying a trowel? What can you conclude about his plans? (p. 215) What can you conclude about Montresor’s state of mind when he stops his work to enjoy Fortunato’s cries? (p. 217) Do you think Montresor’s “heart grew sick” because of the dampness or for some other reason? Support your conclusion. (p. 217) While Reading – Drawing Conclusions (questions located inside story)

  11. P. 219 Writing – Crime and Punishment In your group select one person to be the lawyer who will do the speaking. The other members of the group are to help the lawyer create a speech either in defense of Montresor or to prosecute Montresor (as assigned to your group). You may do research to help support your position. The person selected as the lawyer will present your speech to the class. However, all group members must be prepared to answer questions and defend your group’s position. Group ActivityResearch and Speech Activity

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