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Problem Overview:

The task is to identify and circle the abstract nouns in each sentence. Abstract nouns are words that represent ideas, concepts, or feelings rather than tangible objects. Examples include "love," "friendship," "hope," etc.

Solution Approach:

1. Understand what abstract nouns are: Abstract nouns refer to intangible things like emotions, qualities, or ideas (e.g., love, friendship, justice).
2. Analyze each sentence: Look for words that represent ideas, concepts, or feelings.
3. Circle the abstract nouns: Identify and mark the abstract nouns in each sentence.

Step-by-Step Analysis of Each Sentence:

#### 1. We need to think about the importance of friendship.
- Abstract noun: *Friendship* (an idea or concept).
- Circle: Friendship

#### 2. You can see the love this father has for his son.
- Abstract noun: *Love* (a feeling or emotion).
- Circle: Love

#### 3. Bradley looked at the chocolate cake with greed in his eyes.
- Abstract noun: *Greed* (a feeling or quality).
- Circle: Greed

#### 4. After Thanksgiving dinner everyone patted their full stomachs with satisfaction.
- Abstract noun: *Satisfaction* (a feeling or state of mind).
- Circle: Satisfaction

#### 5. Here eyes were full of hope as she opened her report card.
- Abstract noun: *Hope* (a feeling or expectation).
- Circle: Hope

#### 6. We would like to see justice served.
- Abstract noun: *Justice* (a concept or principle).
- Circle: Justice

#### 7. My childhood memories are a source of great joy for me.
- Abstract nouns: *Memories* (representing past experiences) and *Joy* (a feeling).
- Circle: Memories, Joy

Final Answer:

- Sentence 1: Friendship
- Sentence 2: Love
- Sentence 3: Greed
- Sentence 4: Satisfaction
- Sentence 5: Hope
- Sentence 6: Justice
- Sentence 7: Memories, Joy

Boxed Final Answer:

\[
\boxed{\text{Friendship, Love, Greed, Satisfaction, Hope, Justice, Memories, Joy}}
\]