VIII. Have the italicized words evaluative connotations in their meanings? Motivate your answer and comment on the history of the words. 1. The directors now assembling were admirals and field marshals of commerce. 2. For a businessman to be invited to serve on a top-flight bank board is roughly equivalent to being knighted by the British Queen. 3. I had a nice newsy gossip with Mrs. Needham before you turned up last night. 4. The little half-starved guy looked more a victim than a villain. 5. Meanwhile I nod- ded my head vigorously and directed a happy smile in the direction of the two ladies, 6. I shook hands with Tom; it seemed silly not to, for I felt suddenly as though I were talking to a child.