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Observance / Observation - Exercise 2

Choose the correct word in each sentence below.  When you have finished, click on the "Check My Answers" button to view the answers.

1.  The (observance  observation) of Thanksgiving began with the pilgrims and Native Americans.

2.  Your (observances  observations) could make all the difference in solving the case.

3.  (Observance  Observation) towers can be found on the top floors of very tall structures.

4.   The inspector must make detailed (observances  observations) to ensure that the machinery functions properly.

5.  My family takes the (observance  observation) of that holiday very seriously.

6.  I am very grateful for your (observance  observation) of the ketchup on my shirt at the July Fourth picnic.

7.  The (observance  observation) of Presidents' Day marks the celebration of Washington's and Lincoln's birthdays.

8.  Sue made an astute (observance  observation) about the assignment.

9.   His (observance  observation) about the temperature of the liquid saved us all from a dangerous explosion.

10.  Stores usually close to mark the (observance  observation) of Christmas.