Unit 1 - 1D

to fail to catch a bus, airplane, etc.

I got lost on my way to the airport and I'm going to miss my flight.

showing good manners and respectful behavior towards others

He's a polite young man who always helps his neighbors.

the name we were given at birth that comes before our last name

Her first name is Sarah, but she prefers to be called by her nickname.

not in a relationship or marriage

Being single allows me to explore my interests and hobbies freely.

to become someone's husband or wife

She didn't expect to marry so soon, but she fell in love.

a formal title for a man

Mr. Lee is the teacher in charge of the science department.

a formal title for a married woman

Mrs. Smith will chair the committee meeting tomorrow.

a title used before a woman's surname or full name as a form of address without indicating her marital status

Ms. Smith will be speaking at the conference tomorrow.