In “the cask of amontillado,” which statement best infers the value that montresor places on his reputation?
a) the thousand injuries of fortunato i had borne as i best could, but when he ventured upon insult i vowed revenge.
b) "the montresors," i replied, "were a great and numerous family."
c) he had on a tight-fitting party-striped dress, and his head was surmounted by the conical cap and bells.
d) it must be understood that neither by word nor deed had i given fortunato cause to doubt my goodwill.