Which of the following shows the dark side of romanticism?
A) It served as background to the extreme nationalism of the twentieth century.
B) It promoted drama and poetry.
C) It supported the idea that the individual artist should follow his or her imagination.
D) It focused on the creative capacities inherent in human emotions.
E) The Romantics shed light on a side of human nature overlooked by the philosophes.

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Romanticism, with its emphasis on emotion and individualism, was used to fuel extreme nationalist movements such as German and Italian unification. This led to destructive wars and the rise of fascist regimes in Europe in the 20th century. This shows the dark side of Romanticism.

Which of the Following Shows the Dark Side of Romanticism