4. Which event foreshadows the resolution of "The Cask of Amontillado" and creates mystery in the story? (1 point)

A ]Montresor tells Fortunato he has bought a large barrel of amontillado.
B ]Fortunato has a severe cold, which seems to concern Montresor.
C]Montresor drinks to Fortunato's health with a bottle of Médoc.
D ]Fortunato asks Montresor if he is a Mason.

A] Montresor tells Fortunato he has bought a large barrel of amontillado.

The event that foreshadows the resolution of "The Cask of Amontillado" and creates mystery in the story is option A, when Montresor tells Fortunato he has bought a large barrel of amontillado.