16. 'Damage' or 'damages'? (Revision)

a) Fill the gaps with the appropriate option.

1. The revelations caused untold__________ to his political reputation.

2. He brought an action for breach of contract against the insurance company, seeking__________.

3. Mrs. Owen was ordered to pay__________ of $6,000.

4. The earthquake caused__________ estimated at 300 million pounds.

5. The house suffered only superficial__________ from the fire.

6. The vandals did over £20,000 worth of__________.

7. Unofficial strikes are doing serious__________ to the British economy.

8. The court awarded the victim £1,500 in__________.

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