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What best describes motivation in the The Cask of Amontillado by Edgar Allan Poe?

In "The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe, motivation is primarily driven by the protagonist Montresor's deep-rooted desire for revenge against Fortunato. Montresor meticulously plans his revenge, luring Fortunato into his catacombs under the pretense of showcasing a rare Amontillado wine. His primary motivation is to seek retribution for perceived insults or injuries by Fortunato, consumed by a sense of animosity and seeking to exact justice on his own terms.

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