1. The rich meal was ________ by a light dessert.

2. People who have failed in most aspects of life often end up ________ pessimistic views

3. His argument that globalization only aggravates poverty does not ________ with the established facts.

4. The building's most ________feature is its domeshaped roof.

5. Although his writings are greatly influenced by those of his contemporaries, they nevertheless also show display a ________ degree of originality.

6. The auditorium was packed but the speaker disappointed the audience with his ________ speech that occupied a good part of the hour.

7. Despite the ________ and difficulty of his style, a careful reading of his books is seldom ________

8. Apart from political leaders and high profile social activists, there are many ________ heroes quietly working towards the realization of their aspirations.

9. Productive employment is the only ________ solution to poverty in any country.

10. He needs something to ________ his leisure hours.