vii.1

Make the emphasized words in these sentences formal or informal, as instructed.

1.     She works in a shop that sells women's clothes. (formal)

She works in a shop that sells .

2.     I've got some new spectacles. Do you like them? (informal)

I've got some new . Do you like them?

3.     Did you see that documentary about Wales on TV last night? (informal)

Did you see that documentary about Wales on  last night?

4.     Have you met Lily's new boyfriend? (informal)

Have you met Lily's new ?

5.     I spent the morning talking with the Director. (formal)

I spent the morning  with the Director.

6.     Molly was there with her other half. He's a nice chap. (formal)

Molly was there with her . He's a nice .


vii.4

What do you think are the present-day equivalents of these now outdated English words? Use a
dictionary if necessary.

·         apothecary

·         damsel

·         poesy

·         whither