61.

61.1 ‘ruthe,’ pity.

61.4 ‘chere,’ entertainment.

For ruthe thanne wept Litell Johnn,

Scarlok and Much in fere;

‘Fyl of the best wyne,’ sayde Robyn,

‘For here is a symple chere.

62.

62.2 ‘borrowe,’ security.

‘Hast thou any frende,’ sayde Robyn,