How does knowing that Fortunato has a cold contribute to your understanding of the story's ending?
A. This information suggests that Fortunato will not survive for long
in the damp vaults.
B. This information shows that Montresor is likely to be merciful
toward Fortunato.
C. This information offers an alternative ending in which Fortunato
escapes.
D. This information hints that Fortunato is probably only pretending
to be sick.