Each sentence below has one or two blanks, each indicating something has been omitted. Beneath the sentence are five lettered words or sets of words. Choose the word or set of words for the blank that best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole. (1 - 5)

The paradoxical aspect of the myths about Demeter, when we consider the predominant image of her as a tranquil and serene goddess, is her ____ search for her daughter.