The writings of the 18th century French philosophers Diderot, Rousseau, and Voltaire influenced which event?

A) the policies of the enlightened despots

B) the start of the Neolithic Revolution

C) the success of the German unification movement

D) the spread of imperialism to Africa and Asia

Option: A) the policies of the enlightened despots

Explanation:

During the 18th century, an enlightenment period began to spread in Europe, where French philosophers introduced their views on political that inspired several of the monarchs from different empires to follow ideas and principles to improve their power. The most famous enlightened despots were Peter I the Great, Frederick II the Great, and Leopold II.