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What does the owl advise Cunegonde to do regarding Fernando's proposal?

a) Accept without hesitation
b) Reject and flee
c) Consider the offer carefully
d) Seek revenge for the proposal

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Final answer:

The owl's advice regarding Fernando's proposal is not directly mentioned, but a careful and pragmatic approach to complex moral dilemmas is suggested.

Step-by-step explanation:

The student asked what the owl advises Cunegonde to do regarding Fernando's proposal. The information provided doesn't directly mention an owl giving advice to Cunegonde. However, the passage seems to discuss a moral dilemma about accepting help or ransom from someone with 'abominable vices.' The suggested course of action is to accept money as a loan rather than a gift, repaying the amount in full, and only providing help if the person is in danger, not extending it to friendship. This reflects a careful and pragmatic approach to a complex situation.

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