The author creates an environment in which anything may occur. Montresor escorts his “friend”, Fortunato, into his catacombs. The catacombs under Montresor’s estate are dark, damp and gloomy. Poe creates an atmosphere that gives the impression that mischief may occur in the story, however it is unclear how the misdeed is going to transpire. Poe arranges for Montresor’s servants to leave to the carnival; leaving Montresor and Fortunato without company in the house. The uncertaint

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