1. _______ remarks are intended to _______ others.   Hint Hint       2. The cartoonist was a _______ who could sketch a comic strip with _______ ease and great thought.   Hint       3. The river was _______ and changed its course after every downpour.   Hint       4. Although Oliver did not _______ his father's decision, he thought it better not to argue and upset him.   Hint       5. It is astonishing to see such extraordinary results from a mere _______.   Hint       6. The cross-border terrorism _______ the bitterness already existing between the two countries.   Hint       7. Although the restaurant was known for its _______ delicacies, they found the dishes they ordered were _______.   Hint