Sunday, August 24, 2014

What are four figurative language examples in "The Cask of Amontillado" that do not include symbolism?I am having trouble finding four of them.

Well, of course, symbolism is a very, very subjective
literary device, so some may argue that objects or actions are symbolic whereas others
would disagree. But anyway, it would be well worth you re-reading this excellent short
story and trying to detect some of these examples of figurative language for yourself.
Poe is a master of description and is able to imbue a setting with menacing undertones,
so there are plenty to look for! Here are a few to get you
started:



He
turned toward me, and looked into my eyes with two filmy orbs that distilled the rheum
of intoxication.



This is a
metaphor that compares the eyes of Fortunato to two "filmy orbs", which emphasises how
drunk he was.


There are a number of examples of
onomatopoeia to describe various sounds and emphasise the horror of the situation. For
example, chains "clank", Fortunato "moans" and "clamors." All of which of course serves
to heighten the terror of this short story that shocks us so
much.


I hope this will help to get you started. Good luck
with looking for others!

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