What is the purpose of Luchesi in the story? He and Fortunato are good friends Montresor mentions him to make Fortunato jealous and get him to go with him Luchesi is Montresor's partner Luchesi also hates Fortunato
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The purpose of Luchesi in the story "The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe is mainly to manipulate Fortunato and ultimately lead him to his demise. Montresor mentions Luchesi as a rival wine connoisseur to make Fortunato question his own expertise and create a sense of envy and competition. Montresor uses Luchesi's supposed abilities in order to lure Fortunato into the catacombs, where he ultimately traps and kills him. Luchesi does not actually appear in the story, and his characterization serves primarily as a tool for Montresor's manipulative plan.
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I apologize for the confusion. The correct answer is that Luchesi is mentioned by Montresor to make Fortunato jealous and to entice him to explore the wine cellar with him. Montresor falsely claims to have acquired a cask of Amontillado and wants Fortunato's expert opinion to verify its authenticity. By mentioning Luchesi as an alternative who could assess the wine if Fortunato declines, Montresor triggers Fortunato's pride and fear of being outdone by Luchesi. This manipulation ultimately leads Fortunato to accompany Montresor to his demise.