The composition of Romantic paintings was meant to: A. evoke passion and strong emotions.
B. inspire rationality and calm contemplation.
C. show the importance of conquering nature.
D. demonstrate the virtue of the common man.

A.

Explanation:

Evoke passion and strong emotions because, many times the human brain wants to express it's love for someone else. Often times a person with a specific talent will make a song, painting, sculpture, ect. about the person they are trying to express their love for.

the answer is counterpoint.

counterpoint definition: "the art or technique of playing a melody or melodies in conjunction with another, according to fixed rules."

counterpoint is present in a lot of baroque music- such as bach (notably his wtc prelude and fugues) and scarlatti, but can also be found in music by mozart, beethoven. it can even be found in music as modern as john williams!