The Cask of Amontillado by Edgar Allan Poe

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9th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary theme of "The Cask of Amontillado"?
Friendship
Revenge
Love
Redemption
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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Edgar Allan Poe use symbolism to enhance the theme of revenge in "The Cask of Amontillado"?
The carnival setting symbolizes freedom and joy.
The Amontillado symbolizes Montresor's wealth.
The catacombs symbolize death and entrapment.
The jester costume symbolizes Fortunato's wisdom.
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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Analyze Montresor's motivation for seeking revenge against Fortunato. What drives him to commit such a heinous act?
Fortunato's wealth
A series of insults
Fortunato's social status
A business rivalry
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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Evaluate the narrative structure of "The Cask of Amontillado." How does Poe's choice of first-person narration impact the story?
It creates a sense of detachment.
It provides an unbiased perspective.
It allows readers to understand Montresor's thoughts and feelings.
It makes the story less engaging.
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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What can be inferred about Poe's purpose in writing "The Cask of Amontillado"?
To entertain with a light-hearted story
To explore the dark side of human nature
To provide a historical account
To teach a moral lesson
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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Synthesize textual evidence to support the idea that Montresor is an unreliable narrator.
Montresor's detailed plan
Montresor's calm demeanor
Montresor's lack of remorse
Montresor's inconsistent statements
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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Poe use irony to enhance the story's impact? Provide an example from the text.
Fortunato's name
The carnival setting
The Amontillado
The catacombs
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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking
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