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What does the structure of this short story say about Montresor’s perception of the events in the story?

Edgar Allan Poe’s short story “The Cask of Amontillado."

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Montresor seems to reflect the chaotic narrative. As he descends down into the catacombs with his victim, Montresor becomes more animated and crazy. This parallels the structure of the story.