Choose the correct word

1. The book was a
   [light-hearted|carefree] look at modern life.
2. The local
   [neighbours|residents] were in danger from the volcano.
3. John sustained only
   [small|minor] injuries in the accident.
4. The fire brigade completed the
   [evacuation|excavation] of the building successfully.
5. The
   [combined|joined] assets of the two companies amount to £6 million.
6. The jury decided there was
   [inappropriate|insufficient] evidence to send the men to prison.
7. England has a long and
   [wealthy|rich] history.
8. Pompeii was a terrible
   [misfortune|tragedy].
9. She suddenly realised her car insurance payment was
   [delayed|overdue].
10. Rome is a
    [historic|historical] city.