In a short story, the plot needs a main or central character, called the protagonist (the narrator here), but the protagonist needs someone to oppose, the antagonist. Who or what is the antagonist in this story?

Whom does the narrator oppose: the antagonist? The answer is clearly Fortunato, who is responsible for the “thousand injuries” the narrator has borne. None of the other answers is an antagonist. Answer (Motley) is simply a description of his brightly colored outfit. Answer (Luchesi) is a harmless character whose name is used to infuriate Fortunato. Answer (Amontillado), Amontillado, is important to the action, but it’s still just the wine.