Introduction
"The Cask of Amontillado" (sometimes spelled "The Casque of Amontillado") is a short story written by Edgar Allan Poe and first published in the November 1846 issue of "Godey's Lady's Book".
Task
The story is set in a nameless European city in an unspecified year (possibly sometime during the eighteenth century) and concerns the deadly revenge taken by the narrator on a friend who he claims has insulted him. Like several of Poe's stories, and in keeping with the 19th-century fascination with the subject, the narrative revolves around a person being buried alive – in this case, by immurement.
Process
There are few steps you should follow in order to complete this Webquest:
1. Make some research about the writer, and his writing styles to be able to understands to story clearly.
2. Read the short story and watch its movie.
3. Make a summary about it.
4. Analyze the story and write your opinion about it.
5. Finally, prepare answers to these questions because we will discuss them in the coming class:
A- Are criminals born or made?
B- What do you think are Montresor's real reasons for revenge, and are they enough?
C- Did Fortunato know about Montresor's plan?
Evaluation
Hope you guys enjoyed reading the story.
Wish you all the best.