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 A number of American English words end in 
Example 1: COLOR, COLOUR A property by which the eyes can distinguish objects. UK: I love that colour. US: The sky is a beautiful color today. Is the following British or American? (answer below) 1. They just bought a color television. Example 2: HONOR, HONOUR Special respect or high regard for someone or something. UK: The Queen conducts herself with honour. US: He hopes to be remembered for his honor during his term as president. Is the following British or American? (answer below) 2. The children honour the memory of their mother. Example 3: LABOR, LABOUR A form of work that usually involves physical work. UK: Without a degree, he is only qualified for labour jobs. US: White collar workers do not work as hard as laborers. Is the following British or American? (answer below) 3. There are several unions that represent laborers. Example 4: HUMOR, HUMOUR The quality of being comical or amusing. UK: He has a good sense of humour. US: She has a good sense of humor. Is the following British or American? (answer below) 4. Tom loves the humour in Jerry Lewis movies. Example 5: THEATER, THEATRE A building, room or outdoor area used to show a movie or present a play. UK: London has many theatres. US: Toronto has many theaters. Is the following British or American? (answer below) 5. The actor is on his way to the theatre. Example 6: CENTER, CENTRE The middle point of something. UK: I tried to find you in the centre of town. US: I tried to find you in the center of town. Is the following British or American? (answer below) 6. The shopping center is closed on Sunday.
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