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What would the courts call Montresor's crime today?

a. Manslaughter
b. Assault
c. Premeditated Murder
d. Negligent Homicide

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Final answer:

Montresor's crime would be considered premeditated murder today.

Step-by-step explanation:

The crime committed by Montresor in Edgar Allan Poe's short story "The Cask of Amontillado" can be categorized as c. Premeditated Murder according to today's legal standards. Montresor meticulously plans and executes the murder of Fortunato, demonstrating intention and a specific desire to kill.

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