1. The media reports on cross-border terrorism _______ all assertions made by the government that peace had been restored.   Hint Hint       2. People have limited patience when browsing the internet; as a result, the individual's interest _______ if the web page does not appear on the screen within a few seconds.   Hint       3. Scientific experiments demonstrate that the ready availability of food and the lack of stimulation over a prolonged period of time can lead to even predators transforming into _______ creatures.   Hint       4. Although the closed system did not encourage individuals to _______ out on their own, nonetheless it irrationally _______ the lack of the spirit of entrepreneurship in the people.   Hint       5. The imposition of heavy taxes on industries that emit toxic substances into the environment could prove to be an effective _______ to maintaining a clean, green earth.   Hint       6. She is certain to alienate her colleagues in a short period of time because of her overall _______ attitude.   Hint       7. At the farewell function, the dignitary's address to the young graduates was _______, offering no new words of wisdom but common knowledge.   Hint