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Applause Etiquette and Ceremonies

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Applause Etiquette and Ceremonies

People applauding at a ceremony

📚 Part 1: Understanding Applause and Ceremonies

1. Why do people applaud at ceremonies and assemblies?

To make noise

To show respect and appreciation

Because everyone else is doing it

To get attention

2. Which of these show respectful behaviour during ceremonies? (Tick all that apply)

Listening quietly when someone is speaking

Applauding at appropriate times

Talking loudly during presentations

Showing appreciation for all winners

Using mobile phones during the ceremony

3. In a Māori pōwhiri (welcome ceremony), what is an appropriate way to show respect?

Clapping loudly throughout

Remaining silent and attentive during the hongi

Taking photos constantly

Leaving early

4. What are social cues that tell you when to applaud?

🌍 Part 2: Cultural Ceremonies and Respect

5. Match each ceremony type with its appropriate applause style:
Formal award ceremony
Sports event
Cultural performance
School assembly
Respectful clapping after each speaker
Enthusiastic cheering and clapping
Quiet appreciation, applause at the end
Polite applause, measured timing
6. Describe how you would make a school award ceremony inclusive for students from different cultural backgrounds:
7. Fill in the blanks about empathy during celebrations:

When someone wins an award, I should show __________ even if I didn't win. I can recognise how others feel by watching their __________ and __________. Being empathetic means understanding that everyone deserves __________ for their efforts.

🎭 Part 3: Planning and Reflection

8. You are planning a mock award ceremony for your class. List three ways you would ensure everyone feels included and respected:
9. What would you do if you noticed someone felt left out during a celebration?
10. Reflect: How does respectful applause and ceremony behaviour help build a positive school community?
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