Question

Which was an outcome of the Enlightenment?

A. A desire for a simpler way of life
B. A return to previously held beliefs
C. An interest in new areas of study
D. The end of innovations

Answer 1

C. An interest in new areas of study was an outcome of the Enlightenment.
Enlightenment was a period in the 18th century which was characterized by desire for knowledge and rejection of old ideas and religion. Thus, only C can be correct here.
A is incorrect because people wanted to advance; B is incorrect because they rejected old beliefs; D is incorrect because it was just a beginning.