Standing ovation facts for kids
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Gemini V Prime Crew, Astronauts Gordon Cooper and Pete Conrad, receive a standing ovation during their visit to the United States House of Representatives
A standing ovation is a form of applause where members of a seated audience stand up while applauding after great performance. A standing ovation can also be done to remember someone who died or when someone did a good deed.
Standing ovations are also often given in a sporting game to reflect an outstanding individual performance.
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Lazarus receiving a standing ovation from Russell Simmons
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