What enlightenment trend shows the increased emphasis on knowledge and education a) encyclopedias were banned across europe b) a number of scientific institutions were founded c) the study of science was downplayed in education d) principals of reason became less important in schools

The correct answer is B. A number of scientific institutions were founded

Explanation

The Enlightenment was a historic period that was characterized by the paradigm shift based on the abandonment of religious knowledge to strengthen human reason and science. Known as The Century of Lights. Also, in this period the education system was developed in all fields, the reading and literacy became massive, more scientific institutions as schools, libraries and universities were built and founded. So, the correct answer is B. A number of scientific institutions were founded.

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i also see that they are way better humans.

since most of current immigration into the u.s., both legal and illegal, is coming from latin america. it would be very difficult to imagine or rationalize a country my fellow citizens are trying desperately to flee into, would pose a threat to my prosperity or freedom. since the u.s. has a long history of intervention, but no record of permanent occupation, i would not feel oppression is the main objective.  

the largest free trade nation, along with the largest gdp in the world wanting to expand it's economic policy on us, and including us, could only be positive. the u.s. government has no interest in, or way of simply forcing american culture on us. and has no track record of it. other nations that adopted american social culture, or "americanization" did so voluntarily, mainly through the choice of allowing american businesses and u.s. citizens to come into their nations, as free operatives.