applause – n. a show of approval or appreciation at a play, speech, sporting event, etc., in which people strike their hands together over and over
acclamation – n. a vote on something by cheers or clapping
disappointment – n. the state or feeling of being made unhappy by something or someone
superb – adj. extremely good : excellent or brilliant in a very noticeable way
outgoing – adj. used to describe someone who is friendly and likes being with and talking to other people
challenges – n. difficulties, problems to be overcome
fund-raising – n. activity done to collect money for a political party, charity, school, etc.