In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

The expansive (1) __________stretched as far as the eye could see, its vastness seeming endless. Majestic mountains towered in the distance, their peaks (2)__________ by a thin layer of snow. A gentle breeze whispered through the (3)__________ trees, rustling their vibrant leaves. The air (4)_______ the sweet fragrance of the flowers, filling the surroundings with a delightful aroma. As the sun began to set, the sky transformed into a radiant canvas, painted with (5)______ of orange, pink, and gold.