Read the given passage carefully and answer the following question. An old lion, too weak to hunt or fight, decided to obtain his food through cunning...

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Read the given passage carefully and answer the following question.

An old lion, too weak to hunt or fight, decided to obtain his food through cunning. He appeared noble but unwell. As he informed his neighbors about his illness, many creatures came to visit him. One day, a cautious fox visited. Standing at a safe distance, the fox politely asked about the lion’s health. The lion claimed he was very ill and invited the fox inside. The fox wisely stayed outside, noticing many footprints entering the cave but none leaving. He questioned the lion about this, but the lion insisted he come in. The fox declined, saying, “I see many footprints going in but none coming out. You are dangerous, Mr. Lion. Goodbye!” and quickly left. The lion realized the fox had seen through his trick and was angry but powerless to act.

Which of the following statements best represents the moral of the passage?

Options

A.

(a) A new lesson of life for a better tomorrow.

B.

(b) Every war can be won by courage and intelligence.

C.

(c) Take warning from the misfortunes of others.

D.

(d) Experience is better than a lesson from others.

E.

(e) None of these.

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