... the damp, dark catacombs, which is similar to the life of Fortunato. Poe's use of language was also significant to the story. The victim, Fortunato's name was ironic to his destiny. Fortunato derived from fortunate meaning prosperous or happy, but he met unfortunate end of his life. As they walked through the catacombs, Montresor expressed concern about Fortunato's health when he ... he suggested that they should turn back, but Fortunato replied, "I will not die from a cough." Fortunato was not aware of his future ahead, which is the irony and also foreshadowing his destiny. "In pace re...

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