dramatic - adj. greatly affecting people's emotions

convention - n. a large meeting of people who come to a place for usually several days to talk about their shared work or other interests or to make decisions as a group

Lunar - adj. of or relating to the moon

stalemate - n. a contest in which neither side can gain an advantage or win

frustration - n. a feeling of anger or annoyance caused by being unable to do something

baton - n. a long thin stick

bystander - n. a person who is standing near but not taking part in what is happening

applaud - v. to strike the hands together over and over to show approval or praise

relieved - adj. feeling relaxed and happy because something difficult or unpleasant has been stopped