Question

Read the following excerpt from Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Cask of Amontillado” and answer the question.

“It must be understood that neither by word nor deed had I given Fortunato cause to doubt my good will.”


Which of the following is the best inference about the characterization Poe is creating?

The author is giving an indirect characterization of the character speaking as having ill will toward Fortunato.

The author is giving an indirect characterization of Fortunato as distrustful person.

The author is giving a direct characterization of the character speaking as an honest person.

The author is giving a direct characterization of Fortunato as a gullible person.

Answer 1

The author is giving an direct characterization of the character speaking as an honest person.

Step-by-step explanation:

This is because "It must be understood that neither by word nor deed had I given Fortunato cause to doubt my good will." translates into modern english as such; You have to understand that I never gave any reason by speaking or actions for Fortunato to not trust me. This means that the character never gave any reason for Fortunato to not trust he/her. This means that this character is honest.