Question

the band instant impact participated in a local talent show. they didnt win, but they received recognition from the event leader for their impressive performance. she called them onto the stage and congratulated them for being the youngest musicians in the event. the band members were excited about getting positive attention. complete the sentence with the word that has a similar meaning to recognition. they didnt win, but they received from the event leader for their impressive performance.

Explanation:

The word "recognition" means being noticed or acknowledged. In the context of the sentence, the band received some form of positive notice from the event leader. "Attention" (as mentioned in the next sentence: "The band members were excited about getting positive attention") has a similar meaning as it also implies being the focus of someone's notice or regard.

Answer:

attention