How does Voltaire design the opening chapter to be recognized as a parody of the biblical story of the Fall?

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In his work "Candide," Voltaire subtly parodies the biblical story of the Fall by setting up a similar sequence of events in the opening chapter. Like Adam and Eve who are expelled from the Garden of Eden for eating from the Tree of Knowledge, Candide is expelled from the Baron's castle for kissing Cunégonde. This sets the tone for the rest of the novel as Candide embarks on a journey filled with absurd and satirical adventures that challenge traditional religious beliefs.

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