| 7, 8, 9, 10 |
| Each answer contains 7, 8, 9 or 10 letters. The following answer is made from the same letters, but by adding or subtracting one letter. |
| 1. | (10 letters) An area of tall, densely growing, broad-leaved evergreen trees in an area of high precipitation |
| | Rainforest |
| 2. | (-1) One of a row of sharp tooth-like projections found on a saw edge |
| | Serration |
| 3. | (-1) People authorised to perform acts in legal affairs, in particular witnessing signatures on documents |
| | Notaries |
| 4. | (+1) Male singers |
| | Baritones |
| 5. | (-1) A form of address used in Spanish speaking countries |
| | Senorita |
| 6. | (-1) A crime once punishable by death |
| | Treason |
| 7. | (+1) An ancient relative |
| | Ancestor |
| 8. | (+1) A prostitute or concubine with a wealthy, or upper-class clientele |
| | Courtesan |
| 9. | (+1) People who are skilled in relating amusing or witty stories and anecdotes |
| | Raconteurs |
| 10. | (-1) 16th century court dances, consisting of short advances and retreats |
| | Courantes |