1.

I don't think he would be able to do the job.

capable

2.

I persuaded him to go with me.

convince

3.

We haven't any milk left, I'm afraid.

run

4.

It's no use arguing about politics.

point

5.

There being no further business, the meeting broke up at 10 pm.

since

6.

I am not to blame for what happened.

fault

7.

I almost went mad with the noise.

drove

8.

Unlike you, I have a family to support.

difference