By the end of "the village blacksmith," longfellow makes clear to readers that a. the blacksmith has many flaws to balance out his virtues b. the blacksmith is someone people would do well to emulate c. the blacksmith is the type of person who is uncommon in america d. the blacksmith will soon retire from his work and enjoy old age

b. the blacksmith is someone people would do well to emulate.

Explanation:

The poem "The Village Blacksmith" by Longfellow talks about a blacksmith who lives a "normal" life. He has great values, as he is hard-working, responsible with money and kind. He is also a good father, a good Christian and a good citizen. Longfellow communicates the idea that, despite the relative simplicity of the blacksmith's lifestyle, he is an example, and a person that others would do well to emulate.