The Cask of Amontillado Vocab

Front

To leave quickly and secretly, especially from the law.

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Abscond

Front

A chain attached to the ankles, used as a restraint

Back

Fetter

Front

An opening

Back

Aperture

Front

To listen closely

Back

Hearken

Front

Stubbornly adhering to a course of action

Back

Obstinate

Front

To spring or jerk back; to shrink in fear or repulsion.

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Recoil

Front

An underground vault used for burying the dead

Back

Crypt

Front

A loud cry or noise; A demand or protest

Back

Clamor

Front

Distorted in a ridiculous fashion; bizarre

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Grotesque

Front

Exemption from punishment

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Impunity