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Which argument does John Donne use in 'The Flea' to persuade his beloved?
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- 1He argues that the flea's death represents time's power over mortal bodies.
- 2He argues that their mingled blood within the flea makes physical union harmless and natural.✓
- 3He contends that the flea embodies the transience of beauty and worldly desire.
- 4He claims that the flea's bite symbolizes divine punishment for forbidden affection.
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He argues that their mingled blood within the flea makes physical union harmless and natural.
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