Mara was hiding in the tree, waiting for the . a. Goddess c. king b. visitor d. village headman

• i. Could you please...? This expression is used to ask for something politely.
• ii. May I leave early today? This expression is used to ask for permission to do something.
• iii. Many thanks for your kindness. This expression is used to show appreciation.
• iv. It's a pleasure to meet you. This expression is a polite way to acknowledge meeting someone for the first time.
• v. I hope to see you soon. This expression is used when saying goodbye, indicating a desire for a future meeting.

• i. Could you please...? $\rightarrow$ e. Requesting
• ii. May I leave early today? $\rightarrow$ d. Asking permission
• iii. Many thanks for your kindness. $\rightarrow$ b. expression of gratitude
• iv. It's a pleasure to meet you. $\rightarrow$ a. Greeting
• v. I hope to see you soon. $\rightarrow$ c. Leave taking

The matched pairs are:

• i. Could you please...? $\rightarrow$ e. Requesting
• ii. May I leave early today? $\rightarrow$ d. Asking permission
• iii. Many thanks for your kindness. $\rightarrow$ b. expression of gratitude
• iv. It's a pleasure to meet you. $\rightarrow$ a. Greeting
• v. I hope to see you soon. $\rightarrow$ c. Leave taking