Does Montresor have family?

When Fortunato comments on how big the catacombs are, Montresor implies that all the bodies in the place are dead members of the Montresor family. There seem to be quite a lot of them. This is before we know Montresor’s name, but it’s implied that he’s a member of that family.

What was Montresor’s family like?

There is not much known about Montresor’s past. One could tell that he was brought up in a wealthy family from his aristocratic bearing, his family crest, and knowledge of fine wines and high culture. He also mentions that he had a great and numerous family.

What is Montresor’s family motto and what does it mean?

The family motto is Nemo Me Impune Lacessit, which essentially means Montresor’s family will permit no man to impugn its honor. The crest of the family arms is that of a foot crushing a snake that has its fangs in the foot, meaning that someone my try to harm the family but the family will kill whoever tries.

What is Montresor family motto in Amontillado?

The translation of Montresor’s family motto is “no one injures me with impunity.” What does impunity mean?

How is Montresor’s family motto related to the story?

Montresor Family motto on coat of arms (gold shield) which means no attacks me with impunity. This represents Montresor’s need to punish Fortunato for insulting him.

What does Montresor family motto say about the narrator and his family?

“And the motto?” Montresor’s family motto means it is better to “turn the other cheek” when one is wronged. The snake represents any person, group, or thing that attacks the Montresor family, either literally or in terms of their pride.

What is the symbolism found in the crest of the family of Montresor?

Fortunato’s name ironically represents Fortunato’s misfortune. Montresor’s family crest and motto represent Montresor’s plan to kill Fortunato and his desire for revenge.

How is Montresor’s family motto is related to the story?

What is the significance of Montresor’s statement?

Explain the Significance of Montresor’s statement: “You are a man to be missed.” Clearly the word “missed” hints at the foreshadowing of Fortunato’s death. Fortunato is a man who will soon be missed, at least by his wife, since he will no longer be seen again after Montresor finishes his murderous plan.

What does Montresor’s family crest in The Cask of Amontillado symbolize?

Montresor’s family crest and motto represent Montresor’s plan to kill Fortunato and his desire for revenge.

What does the Montresor’s family shield portray?

Montresor responds that his family shield portrays “a huge human foot d’or, in a field azure; the foot crushes a serpent rampant whose fangs are imbedded in the heel.” The motto, in Latin, is “nemo me impune lacessit,” that is, “no one attacks me with impunity.”