Question

In “The Cask of Amontillado,” Montresor seems so intent upon revenge that readers might question his state of mind. Explain whether you think Montresor is a reliable or an unreliable narrator. In the text box provided, write a paragraph that explains your answer. Support your ideas with details from the story.

Answer 1

In the story "The Cask of Amontillado" Montresor is an example of an unreliable character. Montresor is our narrator, and because of this, we are able to follow the development of the story from his point of view. However, we quickly realize that this point of view is quite twisted and unreliable. Montresor is aware of his crimes, but he brags about them. Moreover, his impulses for revenge are outside of the ordinary. Therefore, as the reader, we are inclined to not think of Montresor as reliable.

Answer 2

i have actually had the pleasure of reading this short story. so i will enjoy answering this question...

Montresor is a reliable narrator because he describes how he tricks Fortunato to drink the wine called Amontillado then he traps him in a stone wall ALIVE