For years, his _____ (persistence) attempts had enabled him to gain the position in the government. 2. A severe flood struck the food base of the city and _____ (consequence) caused a shortage of food. 3. Under the_____ (brighten) moon, he told her his love story. 4. Because of his_____ (probable) and unexpected victory in the contest, his mother cried. 5. Her experience shows how thoughts and behavior affect the good and bad _____ (misfortune) we have in our lives. 6. Take it easy; it is just a_____ (trifling). 7. Do not_____ (undertaking) a project unless you can implement it. 8. The doctor will_____ (prescribed) some medicine for you.