Situational Irony In The Cask Of Amontillado

Verbal is the intentional use of words to mean something
different from what the character actually says. Throughout the short story, Montresor
continually uses verbal irony during his conversations with Fortunato in order to encourage
Fortunato to follow him down into his family's catacombs. 

• "My friend, no; I will not impose upon your good nature" (Poe,
  2).
• When Fortunato makes a toast, Montresor responds by saying, "And I
  to your long life" (Poe, 3).

Situational
irony is a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually
happens. The short story takes place during carnival season, which is generally happy,
fun-filled time. However, Montresor plans and executes a horrific murder during the festive,
joyful time.

Dramatic irony is when the audience
is aware of something that the characters are not. Throughout the short story, the audience is
aware of Montresors evil intentions to harm Fortunato the entire time. However, Fortunato is
unaware that he is following...

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