What motivates Custard to confront the pirate?

Fear of being laughed at

Desire to protect Belinda

Need for adventure

Loyalty to his friends

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B. Desire to protect Belinda

Custard confronts the pirate due to the fear of being laughed at by Belinda and the others, prompting a brave action.

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