What were some of the broader consequences of the Enlightenment?
A) Increased respect for the wisdom of classical and medieval authorities
B) The expansion of educational opportunities for rural women
C) Increased respect for traditional elites and clerics
D) The expansion of literacy and the spread of critical thinking

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The Enlightenment emphasized the importance of reason, individualism, and skepticism, leading to an expansion of literacy and the spread of critical thinking. It challenged traditional authorities and brought about new ideas about politics, economics, and society. There was an increased emphasis on education and knowledge, but it did not necessarily translate to increased respect for classical or medieval authorities, traditional elites, or clerics.

What Were Some of the Broader Consequences of the Enlightenment