Characters
Who is the ambitious first mate who plays a role in framing Edmond?
Danglars
How does Edmond secure the captaincy of his ship early in the novel?
The original captain dies of brain fever and recommends Edmond on his deathbed.
What is the significance of Elba in the story?
It is where Napoleon was exiled before his brief return to power.
Identify the Catalan who is in love with Mercédès.
Fernand
What crucial evidence is used to accuse Edmond of treason?
A letter for Bonapartist loyalists which he is supposedly delivering.
Describe the event that takes place at the Château d'If besides Dantès' imprisonment.
The death and burial of Abbé Faria.
Who is the father of Villefort who is associated with the Bonapartists?
Noirtier
How does Villefort decide to imprison Dantès without trial?
He realizes implicating Dantès could expose his own father's Bonapartist sympathies.
Where does Dantès first land after escaping prison?
He lands at the Isle of Tiboulen.
Name the prisoner who becomes Edmond's mentor and friend in the Château d'If.
Abbé Faria
Describe how Edmond escapes from the Château d'If.
He switches places with the dead body of Abbé Faria and is thrown into the sea.
What location does Dantès use to first investigate his enemies upon returning to society?
He visits Marseille to gather information discreetly.
Who is the Englishman who aids Napoleon during his temporary return from Elba?
Lord Wilmore
What significant action does Dantès take immediately after escaping from prison?
He retrieves a buried treasure on the Isle of Monte Cristo as per Abbé Faria’s map.
How is Rome significant to Dantès’ plans for vengeance?
It is where he first adopts the role of the Count of Monte Cristo publicly.