PATENT ABSTRACT
A method and apparatus for enhancing an applause is described. The present invention acts as a container for food or beverages and once the food or beverage is consumed may be converted into an apparatus to enhance an applause or boo. One embodiment of the present invention is an apparatus for holding a beverage container. The apparatus for holding the beverage container has a top, a bottom, and at least two sidewall sections which may be selectively detached and assembled with matching components. The device may be selectively adjustable to accommodate containers of various sizes and shapes. By detaching the sidewall sections in at least one place the sidewall sections may be open and closed. The open and closing motion may be done such that when the sidewall sections are closed upon one another they hit to make an audible sound.

PATENT DESCRIPTION
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS 
     This patent application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 09/176,016 filed on Oct. 20, 1998 entitled METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ENHANCING AN APPLAUSE which is related to U.S. Provisional Patent Applications No. 60/069,650 (filed Dec. 9, 1997) and No. 60/062,841 (filed Oct. 29, 1997) both entitled METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ENHANCING AN APPLAUSE, the contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference. 
    
    
     STATEMENT RE: FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH/DEVELOPMENT 
     (Not Applicable) 
     BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 
     The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for creating a sound or noise, or enhancing an applause, and more particularly to a device capable of creating, generating, projecting or amplifying an audible sound, allowing a person or spectator to expend a minimal amount of energy to create noise or applause, while maintaining or increasing an applause sound level. 
     The applause enhancing device may also include a means for holding a beverage or food, or a beverage or food container, may also include a self-adjusting means to accommodate different size and configuration containers. The applause enhancing device may also include a means to combine two separate colored sections together. The present invention may also provide an insulating means to keep food or a beverage at a desired temperature. The present invention is also related to goods and packaging where a mark, message or the like can be easily read from a first orientation or perspective, with a second message being selectively concealed when the goods or container are viewed from the first perspective, yet the second message is viewable when observed from a second orientation or perspective. 
     Spectators in an audience normally express approval of a performance or performer by creating an audible sound known as an applause. An audience can consist of only one spectator, or a large number of viewers. An applause is typically created by striking the hands together to generate an audible sound known as a “handclap”. A handclap is normally created by positioning the fingers of the first hand together where they form a row and are touching each other, and flatly striking the palm of the opposite hand. A handclap is also generated by striking palm to palm or fingers to fingers. 
     An applause is the most commonly used method to demonstrate appreciation or approval of a performer or performance. Conversely, spectators show disapproval to a performer or performance by booing, and a boo may be voiced as intensely and passionately as an applause. In any event, the audience&#39;s reaction to a performer or performance is indicated by a noise or audible sound. Applauding is not limited to handclapping, but includes vocal sounds like talking or shouting, foot stomping and sounds made by a variety of other noise making actions or devices 
     The dynamics involved in projecting a noise from striking two elements together, like the hands, is simple and creates a sharp, audible sound. Sound is a vibration, or series of vibrations, traveling through air or fluid. A sound is normally perceived by a hearing organ as an auditory sensation. Sound is also felt as a vibratory sensation. 
     While normal clapping produces a satisfactory level of sound, prolonged or repeated clapping can produce swelling and irritation of the hand tissue. The pain created by repeated handclapping also results in a diminished desire by an audience or spectator to clap or applause. 
     Temperature also plays a factor in an audience&#39;s ability to generate a handclap. When an event is held outside in cold weather, fans and spectators must dress in heavier weight clothes to protect the body from the cold elements. Gloves are normally worn in cold weather and greatly inhibit a spectator&#39;s ability to generate an audible applause with their hands. One must either remove their gloves or mittens to generate a loud handclap, or clap with their gloves on, that produces a muffled clap. Spectators then must shout to generate a desired applause. 
     Spectators also use their voices to applause or boo, and normally raise their voice or shout during an event. Many spectators cup their hands around their mouth to create a megaphone-like configuration to aim the sound in a desired direction. While normal shouting produces a satisfactory level of sound, prolonged or repeated shouting can produce loss of voice and irritation of the throat tissue. The pain created by repeated shouting also results in a diminished desire by an audience or spectator to shout. 
     Athletic teams and schools all have designated team colors that usually consist of two colors. The applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention may be integrally manufactured in a plurality of colors to create the team, or school colors. The applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention may also be selectively separated, or broken apart, then assembled combining a two different colors to create the team, or school colors. 
     Some examples of prior art devices used to create an applause are drums, noise making devices, wind instruments, rattles and megaphones. A simple noise making device is taught by Kerr in U.S. Pat. No. 4,463,517 where a multi-paddled apparatus on a central post is moved back and forth to generate a noise. The use of the Kerr invention does not replicate a normal handclapping motion. Other paddle-related devices are taught in U.S. Pat. No. D378,384 by Gilbert, and U.S. Pat. No. D351,627 by Beckwith, but are limited to a paddle and lack features that could be useful to a spectator at an event, like a sound chamber or a means to project a voice, hold a food or beverage product, or a food or beverage container, or display the team colors. 
     A number of attempts have also been made to combine a megaphone and cup together as taught in U.S. Pat. No. 5,501,363 by Muller et al., U.S. Pat. No. 4,125,218 by DeBoer, and U.S. Pat. No. 4,618,066 by Vail where a beverage is placed directly in the inner cavity of the cup. A liquid-tight seal is then needed to properly contain a liquid in the cup, and the separate closing cap must be removed prior to using the cup as a megaphone. The reusable closing cap or caps can be easily misplaced during the course of the event. A certified, food-grade material or plastic must also be used in any apparatus where the food or beverage comes in direct contact with the apparatus. 
     FIG. 1 shows a prior art container  110  that is used to hold a food or beverage comprising an inner cavity  113  and a base or foot  112 . As illustrated, the container is fillable with food or a beverage and is grippable by a hand. Many prior art containers include indicia or advertisements. 
     FIG. 2 illustrates a cross sectional view of prior art container  110  of FIG. 1 comprising an inner cavity  113 , a base or foot  112  and a bottom  111 . The prior art container  110  functions well as a container, is stackable, and is usually made as a disposable product at the lowest cost possible. A cold or hot beverage placed in such a container quickly loses its desired temperature. 
     FIG. 17 shows a cut away view of a prior art insulated container or cup holder  11  having a bottom  12  holding a beverage container or can  10 . A bottle or food container may also be held by the holder  11 . Many prior art cup holders also may include indicia or advertisements. 
     FIG. 26 shows a full side view of a prior art container or cupholder  211  having a mark or indicia  219  where the cupholder is holding a beverage container or can  10  having a poptop opening  13 . A bottle or food container may also be held by the holder  211 . 
     Typical food or beverage containers are produced in very large volumes, are disposable, and may include recycled or recyclable materials. 
     What is needed is an apparatus and method for enhancing an applause, that also may serve as a beverage or food container, or may hold a food or beverage container and may include, individually or in combination, a means for creating, projecting or amplifying a sound, an insulating means, a holding means, a gripping means, a hinging means, a biasing means, a releasing means, a joining means, an opening means, a limiting means, a means to combine two separately colored sections together to create a team&#39;s colors, an identifying mark, indicia, message or advertisement that is viewable from a first perspective, and a “hidden” or concealed mark, indicia, message or advertisement that is viewable from a second perspective, and that solves the aforementioned problems. 
     What is needed is a method and apparatus for enhancing an applause or boo that is simple to use, creates a desirable sound level and has a low manufacturing cost. Additionally, it may be desirable for an applause enhancing device to include a number of other features, individually or in combination, such as: a container for holding a food or beverage; a holder for holding a food or beverage container; an insulating means; a mark, indicia or advertisement for promoting an event, league, group or team; as well a means for projecting or amplifying a voice or creating a sound. A biasing means may also be included in the applause enhancing apparatus where a means biases the sections toward an open position, or a closed position. 
     BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION 
     The foregoing objects have been achieved by the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention by providing a means to create an audible sound. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that is removably attached to a container. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that is grippable with a hand. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that includes a projection, tensioning member, biasing member, or resilient member to move an applause enhancing apparatus from a first position to a second position. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that includes a biasing means to move an applause enhancing apparatus from a first position to a second position. 
     In one embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that is movable from a first position to a second position whereby an audible sound is generated when two sections strike together. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that is movable from a first non-contacting position to a second contacting position whereby an audible sound is generated when two sections strike together then is biased back to a third non-contacting position. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that is a container. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that is a food or beverage container holder. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that is a food or beverage container holder that is openable, yet remains joined together when a food or beverage container is placed within the holder 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that is a container having an insulating means. 
     In yet another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that is a container having a plurality of sections. 
     In still another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that is a container having a handle. 
     In still another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that is a container holder having a handle. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided with a mark or indicia. 
     In yet another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided with a hinge. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that includes at least one aperture in the bottom wall section. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that includes a plurality of sections that are selectively joinable. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that includes a plurality of sections that are selectively separable. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided where the sections of two different colored devices can be separated prior to coupling the corresponding sections together, then a multi-colored device may be created by combining two different colored sections together. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that may include a means for holding a container having a change in profile. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that may include a means for holding different sized containers. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that may include a separate means for holding different sized containers. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that may include an adjustable means for holding different sized containers. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided that may include a means to hold a can or bottle. 
     In another embodiment, a container is provided that has an identifying mark viewable from a first perspective, and a second, hidden mark being viewable from a second perspective. 
     In another embodiment, a container is provided where an indicia, message, logo or advertisement may be easily read from a first orientation, with a second message being selectively concealed when the present invention is viewed from a first perspective, yet a second message is viewable when observed from a second orientation or perspective. 
     In yet another embodiment, a container is provided where a mark, indicia, message, logo or advertisement is selectively concealed when the container contains a food or beverage, yet the mark, indicia, message or advertisement is viewable when the contents of a container are removed from the container. 
     In still another embodiment, an applause enhancing device is provided where a mark, indicia, message, logo or advertisement may be easily read from a first orientation, with a second mark, indicia, message or advertisement being selectively concealed when the present invention is viewed from the first perspective, yet the second message is viewable when observed from a second orientation or perspective. 
     In another embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided that may be worn on the hand or finger. 
     In yet another embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided that may be worn on the hand or finger and may be struck against another object to create a sound. 
     In one embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided that comprises a means to hold a food or beverage. 
     In one embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided that comprises a means to hold a food or beverage and is a megaphone. 
     In one embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided that comprises a means to hold a food or beverage and is a clapper. 
     In one embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided that comprises a means to hold a food or beverage and is a clapper with a sound chamber. 
     In another embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided that comprises a holder to hold a food or beverage container. 
     In another embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided that comprises a holder to hold a food or beverage container and is a megaphone. 
     In another embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided that comprises a holder to hold a food or beverage container and is a clapper. 
     In another embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided that comprises a holder to hold a food or beverage container and is a clapper with a sound chamber. 
     In another embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided that comprises a holder to hold a food or beverage container and adjusts to hold different sized or shaped containers. 
     In another embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided that comprises a holder to hold a food or beverage container and includes a separate component that allows the noise making apparatus to hold different sized or shaped containers. 
     In one embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided having a hinged handle. 
     In another embodiment a noise making apparatus is provided having a hinged body. 
     In one embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided having a sound chamber with at least one open end. 
     In one embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided having a sound chamber with a plurality of openings. 
     In another embodiment, a food or beverage holding apparatus is provided having a body to hold a food or beverage container. 
     In another embodiment a noise making apparatus is provided having a uniform wall section thickness. 
     In another embodiment a noise making apparatus is provided having two corresponding sections. 
     In another embodiment a noise making apparatus is provided having two separate sections that may be joined together. 
     In yet another embodiment a noise making apparatus is provided being manufacturable by injection molding processes. 
     In still another embodiment a noise making apparatus is provided being manufacturable by injection molding processes in an open face configuration. 
     In one embodiment a noise making apparatus is provided being stackable. 
     In one embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided that comprises a means to hold a food or beverage and a means to open or remove the bottom of the container. 
     In one embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided that comprises a means to hold a food or beverage and a means to seal the bottom of the container in a liquid-tight manner. 
     In another embodiment, a noise making apparatus is provided that comprises a means to hold a food or beverage and a means to open or remove the sealed, liquid-tight bottom of the container. 
     In one embodiment, an applause enhancing apparatus is provided that includes a biasing means to urge the sections of the apparatus towards a non-contacting position. 
     In one embodiment, an applause enhancing apparatus is provided that includes a biasing means to urge the sections of the apparatus towards an open position. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing apparatus is provided that includes a biasing means to urge the sections of the apparatus towards a closed position. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing apparatus is provided that includes a mechanical means to maintain the sections of the apparatus adjacent to each other when an object or cup is inserted into the apparatus. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing apparatus is provided that includes a mechanical means to maintain the sections of the apparatus away from each other when an object or cup is inserted into the apparatus. 
     In another embodiment, an applause enhancing apparatus is provided that includes a mechanical means to urge the sections of the apparatus apart, relative to each other, when an object or cup is removed from the apparatus. 
     Wherefore, it is an object of the present invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that creates an audible sound. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that replaces or enhances a handclap. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that prevents hand tissue irritation or damage associated with prolonged handclapping. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus that is inexpensive to manufacture and is easy to use. 
     It is also an object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus that may include an identifying mark, indicia, logo, message or advertisement. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that is grippable by a hand. 
     It is yet another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that is unitarily manufactured. 
     It is yet another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that comprises a plurality of sections. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that includes a hinge. 
     It is yet another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that includes a handle. 
     It is still another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method with a handle that includes a hinge. 
     It is yet another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that includes a plurality of sections that are selectively joinable. 
     It is yet another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that includes a plurality of sections that are selectively separable. 
     It is still a further object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that is removably attachable to a container. 
     It is still another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that includes an aperture and chamber for projecting or amplifying a voice or sound. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that includes an aperture and chamber for aiming or directing a voice or sound. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus that may be removably, or fixedly attached to a pompon. 
     It is a further object of the invention to provide a container having an identifying mark viewable from a first perspective, and a second, hidden mark being viewable from a second perspective. 
     It is a still further object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus having an identifying mark viewable from a first perspective, and a second, hidden mark being viewable from a second perspective. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus that is stackable. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that includes a means to prevent the user from pinching a body part between the sections of the apparatus. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus that is disposable. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that is a beverage of food container with a sealed, liquid-tight bottom. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that is a beverage of food container with an openable bottom. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that is a food or beverage container and a megaphone. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that is a food or beverage container holder and a megaphone. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that is a food or beverage container and is insulated. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that is a food or beverage container holder and is insulated. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus and method that reduces throat tissue irritation or damage associated with prolonged shouting. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus having a means to maintain the apparatus sections together when an object or cup is inserted into the apparatus. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide an applause enhancing apparatus having a means to spread the apparatus sections apart when an object or cup is removed from the apparatus. 
     It is another object of the invention to provide a food or beverage container holder that can hold containers of different sizes and shapes. 
     For simplicity sake, the numbered components shown herein could be interchanged throughout the drawings, providing a variety of combinations of the described invention. 
     Other objects and benefits of this invention will become apparent from the description that follows hereinafter when read in conjunction with the drawing FIGS. that accompany it. 
    
    
     BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE SEVERAL VIEWS OF THE DRAWING 
     The present invention is illustrated by way of example and is not limited by the figures of the accompanying drawings, in that like references indicate similar elements and in that: 
     FIG. 1 illustrates a prior art container; 
     FIG. 2 shows a cross sectional view of the prior art container of FIG. 1; 
     FIG. 3 illustrates a cross sectional view of a container with an applause enhancing apparatus in a first contacting position attached to the base of the container; 
     FIG. 4 illustrates the apparatus of FIG. 3 with an applause enhancing apparatus in a second position; 
     FIG. 5 illustrates the apparatus of FIG. 4 with the applause enhancing apparatus released and striking the base of a container, creating an audible sound; 
     FIG. 6 shows a full view of one embodiment of the present invention that can be attached to a container to generate an audible sound; 
     FIG. 7 shows a cross sectional view of another embodiment of the applause enhancing apparatus in a first contacting position engaging the side of a container; 
     FIG. 8A illustrates the apparatus of FIG. 7 with an applause enhancing apparatus in a second, non-contacting position; 
     FIG. 8B shows a cross sectional view of the apparatus of FIG. 8A having a finger post or projection; 
     FIG. 9 illustrates the apparatus of FIG. 8A with the applause enhancing apparatus released and striking the base of the container, creating an audible sound; 
     FIG. 10 shows a cross sectional view of the present invention with an applause enhancing apparatus in a non-contacting position and having at least one projection; 
     FIG. 11A illustrates another embodiment of the present invention that is used to hold a beverage or food container and has one open end and one closed end; 
     FIG. 11B illustrates the apparatus of FIG. 11A having an annular component to maintain the sections of the apparatus adjacent to each other; 
     FIG. 11C shows a full view of another embodiment of the present invention having a conical shape; 
     FIG. 11D shows a cross sectional view of the apparatus of FIG. 11C; 
     FIG. 11E illustrates a full view of the present invention including a whistle; 
     FIG. 12A shows a cross sectional side view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 11A; 
     FIG. 12B shows a cross sectional side view of the apparatus of FIG. 12A having a base with an aperture; 
     FIG. 13A illustrates a cross sectional side view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 12 with the sections separated; 
     FIG. 13B is a cross sectional view of the present invention having a hinge section at the base of the apparatus; 
     FIG. 14 illustrates a cross sectional side view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 12A with the sections striking each other creating an audible sound; 
     FIG. 15 illustrates a cross sectional top view of FIG. 13A where the sections are separated from each other, and can be moved together to create an audible sound; 
     FIG. 16 illustrates a cross sectional top view of FIG. 14 where the sections are contacting each other to hold a container or create an audible sound; 
     FIG. 17 is a cross sectional view of a prior art insulated beverage container holder with a prior art beverage container within the holder; 
     FIG. 18A is a full view of one embodiment of the present invention with a plurality of separably joined sections and a handle; 
     FIG. 18B illustrates a full view of the apparatus of FIG. 18A having an annular component to maintain the sections of the apparatus adjacent to each other; 
     FIG. 19A shows a full view of the apparatus of FIG. 18A with a plurality of sections separated and each having a handle; 
     FIG. 19B illustrates a full top view of the present invention having an annular member that creates a hinge on the handles, allowing the sections to separate or open, and maintains the sections in an aligned or oriented position, relative to each other; 
     FIG. 19C illustrates a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 19B having an annular member on the handles that biases the sections together, allowing the sections to remain in contact or closed, and maintains the sections in an aligned or oriented position, relative to each other; 
     FIG. 20A illustrates a top cross sectional view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention in a first contacting position with the two sections closed together, and connected at a hinge; 
     FIG. 20B illustrates a top cross sectional view of the apparatus of FIG. 20A being moved to a second position with the two sections separated in a non-contacting position, and connected at a hinge; 
     FIG. 20C illustrates a top cross sectional view of the apparatus of FIG. 20B in a third contacting position, striking each other, creating an audible sound with the two sections closed, and connected at a hinge; 
     FIG. 21A illustrates a cross sectional side view of an applause enhancing apparatus in a first contacting position, attached to an open container; 
     FIG. 21B illustrates a cross sectional side view of the apparatus of FIG. 21A in a second, non-contacting position, attached to an open container; 
     FIG. 21C illustrates a cross sectional side view of the apparatus of FIG. 21B in a third contacting position, striking the container, creating an audible sound; 
     FIG. 22 illustrates a cross sectional side view of the present invention having a plurality of sections and a hinged handle; 
     FIG. 23A illustrates a cross sectional side view of the present invention having a handle with a movable locking means; Locking means joins the sections together to hold a container, food, beverage or the like; 
     FIG. 23B illustrates the applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 23A with the locking means removed from a locking position; The applause enhancing apparatus is now capable of being separated and joined together to create an audible sound; 
     FIG. 24A is a cut away side view of an applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention that is used in conjunction with a towel; 
     FIG. 24B is an full top view of the grippable component of the apparatus shown in FIG. 24A, having a projection or post 
     FIG. 24C is a cross sectional view of the towel holding component of the apparatus of FIG. 24A shown in axis  24 C— 24 C, having a center post and a plurality of fins; 
     FIG. 25 illustrates a full top view of the present invention with a locking means engaged, maintaining the sections together; 
     FIG. 26 shows a full side view of a prior art beverage container and container holder with an indicia, message or advertisement being viewable from a first perspective; 
     FIG. 27 shows a full side view of a beverage container of the present invention from a second perspective, revealing a “hidden” or second mark, indicia, message, or advertisement that is viewable from a second perspective; 
     FIG. 28 shows a full top view of a paddle with a handle; 
     FIG. 29 illustrates a full side view of two paddles as described in FIG. 28 shown in a first separated position, where the paddles can be moved together to strike each other making an audible sound; 
     FIG. 30 is a cross sectional side view of the paddle of FIG. 28 shown in axis  30 — 30 ; 
     FIG. 31 is a full front view of the paddle of FIG. 30; 
     FIG. 32 is a cross sectional side view of a plurality of paddles that create a cavity, or sound chamber when the paddles are joined together; 
     FIG. 33 is a cut away side view of the platform paddle of FIG.  30  and the chambered paddle of FIG. 32 shown in a separated position; 
     FIG. 34 is a full frontal view of the platform paddle of FIG.  30  and the chambered paddle of FIG. 32 shown in axis  34 — 34  and in a separated position; 
     FIG. 35 is a top cross sectional view of an applause enhancing apparatus with an inner cavity with two open ends, and a bottom land or projection to hold a container within the apparatus when the sections are held together; 
     FIG. 36 is a top cross sectional view of an applause enhancing apparatus with an inner cavity with two open ends, a bottom aperture and without a bottom land or projection; 
     FIG. 37 is a top cross sectional view of an applause enhancing apparatus with an inner cavity with two open ends, a single handle, and a hinged body section; 
     FIG. 38 shows a food or beverage container holder with a handle and an inner cavity; 
     FIG. 39A is a cross sectional side view of the food or beverage container holder of FIG. 38 with a handle, an inner cavity and two open ends; 
     FIG. 39B illustrates the apparatus of FIG. 39A having a conical shape; 
     FIG. 39C illustrates an applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention having a conical shape, and an “L” shaped handle that allows the apparatus to be stacked prior to use; 
     FIG. 40 is a full side view of an applause enhancing apparatus with hinged handles shown in a separated or open position; 
     FIG. 41 illustrates a cross sectional side view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 40 with a handle, an inner cavity, two open ends and uniformly thick wall section; 
     FIG. 42 shows a cross sectional top view of the applause enhancing apparatus in an open-faced configuration; This configuration is possible using standard injection molding tooling and processes; 
     FIG. 43 shows a full side view of a cup and separable megaphone that are removably stacked together; 
     FIG. 44 shows a full top view of the cup holder and megaphone of FIG. 43; 
     FIG. 45 shows a cross sectional side view of the cup holder and megaphone of FIG. 44; 
     FIG. 46A shows a full top view of a cup holder and megaphone of the present invention with a plurality of internal projections; 
     FIG. 46B shows a side cross sectional view of a cup holder and megaphone of the present invention with at least one external projection; 
     FIG. 47 shows a cross sectional side view of the cup holder and separable megaphone of FIG. 44 that are removably stacked together; 
     FIG. 48 shows a full side view of a container of the present invention with a liquid-tight, openable bottom comprising a plurality of sealed and joined sections forming the bottom of the cup; The bottom of the cup may comprise at least one openable or removable section; 
     FIG. 49 shows a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 48 with a joined, sealed bottom forming a liquid-tight barrier, that is selectively openable; 
     FIG. 50A illustrates a cross sectional side view of a container of the present invention with a removable bottom; 
     FIG. 50B illustrates a full side view of a container of the present invention having an integral, removable bottom, and a slot or aperture in the foot of the container; 
     FIG. 50C illustrates a cross sectional side view of a container of FIG. 50B; 
     FIG. 50D illustrates a full, bottom view of a container of FIG. 50B; 
     FIG. 51 is a full top view of the container of FIG. 50A; 
     FIG. 52 is a full side view of an applause enhancing apparatus having a biasing means to move the apparatus sections apart, relative to each other; 
     FIG. 53 is a cross sectional top view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 52 shown in a open faced position; 
     FIG. 54 is a cross sectional top view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 52 shown in a closed position with a bias being placed on the sections; 
     FIG. 55A is a cross sectional top view of an applause enhancing apparatus shown in a open faced position having a integral biasing means that is activated when the sections are contacting each other; 
     FIG. 55B is a cross sectional top view of an applause enhancing apparatus shown in a open faced position having a separate biasing means that is activated when the sections are contacting each other; 
     FIG. 56A is a cross sectional side view of a full size megaphone having an applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention residing within the megaphone; 
     FIG. 56B is a cross sectional rear view of the apparatus of FIG. 56A shown in axis  56 B— 56 B, having an applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention shown in a non-contacting position; 
     FIG. 56C is a cross sectional rear view of the apparatus of FIG. 56B, having an applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention shown in a contacting position, creating an audible sound; 
     FIG. 57 is a full side view of a prior art container being held in the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention having a handle, a plurality of hinges, a limiting means, and at least one projection that provides an anti-pinching means; 
     FIG. 58 is a full outside face view of the apparatus of FIG. 57 shown in an open-faced configuration having one handle and a plurality of hinges; 
     FIG. 59 is a cross sectional top view of the apparatus of FIG. 58 shown in an open-faced configuration having one handle, a plurality of hinges, a plurality of cavities, an aperture and a corresponding limiting means; 
     FIG. 60 is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 58 shown in an open-faced configuration having one handle, a plurality of hinges, a plurality of cavities, a limiting means and an anti-pinching means; 
     FIG. 61 is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 58 shown in an closed configuration having one handle, a plurality of hinges, a plurality sections that create a chamber and a limiting means; 
     FIG. 62 is a full side view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention having a handle, a plurality of hinges, a limiting means, and at least one projection that provides an anti-pinching means; 
     FIG. 63 is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 62 being selectively stackable in an open-faced configuration having one crescent shaped handle, a plurality of hinges, and an anti-pinching means; 
     FIG. 64A is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 62 shown in a first position having a biasing means to urge the sections apart, a handle, a plurality of hinges, a plurality of sections that create a chamber, an anti-pinching means and a limiting means; 
     FIG. 64B is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 64A shown in a second position with the sections contacting, creating an audible sound; 
     FIG. 64C is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 64B shown in a third position with the sections separated by a biasing means, ready to use again to create an audible sound; 
     FIG. 65 is a full top view of the apparatus shown in FIG. 64B showing another embodiment of the anti-pinching means; 
     FIG. 66 is a full top view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention being selectively stackable in an open-faced configuration having an ergonomically shaped handle, a plurality of hinges, an anti-pinching means, and rigid posts for selectively assembling the apparatus to form a megaphone or hold a cup or container; 
     FIG. 67 is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 66 shown in a first position having a biasing means to urge the sections apart, a handle, a plurality of hinges, a plurality of sections that create a chamber, an anti-pinching means, and a rigid, fixed limiting means; 
     FIG. 68 is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 66 shown in a second position with the sections contacting, creating an audible sound; 
     FIG. 69 is a full side view of FIG. 66 having a handle, a plurality of hinges, a limiting means, at least one projection that provides an anti-pinching means, and rigid posts for selectively assembling the apparatus to form a megaphone or hold a cup or container; 
     FIG. 70 is a full top view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention shown in a single color in an open-faced configuration being selectively breakable at the hinge section prior to assembly; 
     FIG. 71 is a full top view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention shown in a single color with a broken hinge section, having two, separated sections; 
     FIG. 72 is a full top view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention comprising two, separate colored sections; 
     FIG. 73 is a full side view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention comprising a means to hold a container or cup having a change in profile; 
     FIG. AA is a cross-sectional view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention comprising a plurality of adjacent rails that include a guard, or anti-pinching means and a void, or space, to keep the rails separated and from binding when the apparatus is assembled and used; 
     FIG. 74 is a full side view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention having a slot allowing the lower portion of the apparatus to be placed in a separate holder; 
     FIG. 75 is a full front view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention having a self-adjusting means for accommodating containers of various sizes and shapes; and 
     FIG. 76 is a full front view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention having a selectively adjustable means for accommodating containers of various sizes and shapes. 
    
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION 
     An apparatus and method for creating an audible sound is described. In the following description, numerous specific details are set forth, such as material types, dimensions, processes, etc., in order to provide a through understanding of the present invention. However, it will be obvious to one of ordinary skill in the art that the invention may be practiced without these specific details. 
     In other instances, well-known structures and processing steps have not been shown in particular detail in order to avoid unnecessarily obscuring the present invention. Additionally, it should be noted that this discussion will focus primarily on creating an audible sound to enhance an applause or boo. It should be understood, however, that such focus is for illustrative purposes only. The present invention is not limited to enhancing an applause nor is it limited to a container. 
     The applause enhancing apparatus, referred to as  14 ,  20 ,  33  and  34 ,  41 ,  49  and  95 ,  53 ,  63  and  64 ,  73  and  74 ,  83  and  84 ,  94 ,  99 ,  100 ,  114 ,  120 ,  126 ,  133  and  134 ,  140 ,  150  and  160 ,  173 ,  180  and  190 ,  220 ,  234 ,  306  and  310 ,  320 ,  333 ,  334 ,  433  and  434 ,  533  and  534 ,  1533  and  1534 ,  2534 ,  3634 , and  4634  throughout this application, may be manufactured with, but not limited to, individually, or in combination, foam, plastic resin, metal, cellulose, wood, a composite material or the like and can be molded, formed, pressed or machined. 
     The present invention provides a simple apparatus that requires minimal effort to generate a noise or applause, regardless of the weather conditions, and allows an audience to maintain the sound level of an applause or boo throughout the performance, even allowing the spectator or audience to increase the applause sound level intensity, if so desired. 
     The present invention also allows spectators of different physical abilities to create a similar or comparable applause or noise level. Spectators with physical disabilities may have difficulty clapping their hands together, but would be able to generate an applause by grasping a handle of the present invention with one hand and striking it on their body, or some other readily accessible object, such as a stadium seat or railing. Small children will also be able to generate an applause or boo at a comparable noise level as an adult fan or spectator. 
     The present applause enhancing invention may directly hold the food or beverage, but it may be preferable for the present applause enhancer to hold a food or beverage container, eliminating any concerns about contamination that may be deposited on the inside of the prior art megaphone cups. The present invention also provides a low-cost, disposable megaphone cup, in that a beverage is served and consumed in the usual manner, and then the bottom of the megaphone cup is opened to create a megaphone. The openable bottom may remain attached or be removed from the megaphone cup. 
     The present invention includes a number of embodiments related to an applause enhancing device including a simple, one-piece device, shown in FIGS. 3-10, whereby a separate component is combined with an existing container. The user moves the device from a first biased position, where the components may be contacting each other, to a second non-contacting position, movement indicated by a large arrow throughout this application, here labeled “M” in FIG. 4, where the user then releases the applause generating apparatus to return to the first position where the one component strikes the other when they make contact resulting in an audible sound. 
     Referring to FIG. 3, a cross sectional side view of a container  110  is shown having a chamber or cavity  113  connected to the open top or mouth of the container. A sound creating apparatus  20  of the present invention is removably attached to the base  112  of container  110  by a gripping means  22  and protrusion creating a slot or channel  24  at the proximal end and a protrusion  21  at the distal end. Sound creating apparatus  20  is shown in a first contacting position relative to the bottom  111  of container  110 . Applause enhancing apparatus  20  may include an identifying mark, indicia, logo or the like that can be attached as a label or manufactured as an integral part of the apparatus. The applause enhancing apparatus may also be integrally manufactured with a container. 
     FIG. 4 is a cross sectional side view of the present invention comprising a container and applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 3 showing an applause enhancing apparatus  20  in a second, non-contacting position relative to the bottom  111  of container  110 . A resilient biasing force is created when the applause enhancing apparatus  20  is flexed away from the first contacting position. 
     FIG. 5 shows a cross sectional view of the container and applause enhancing apparatus  20  of FIG. 4 with the released applause enhancing component  20  striking the bottom  111  of container  110  and creating an audible sound. 
     FIG. 6 is a full side view of the present invention comprising an applause enhancing apparatus  20  being selectively attachable to a container, shown in FIGS. 3-5, having a protrusion  21  at the distal end, a gripping means or projection  22 , an outer clip  23  and a slot  24 . The applause enhancing apparatus  20  may include an identifying mark or the like that may be at least one color or comprise a logo, indicia or the like. 
     FIG. 7 is a cross sectional side view of another embodiment of the present invention comprising an applause enhancing apparatus  220  contacting the side of container  110 . Container  110  having a hollow cavity or chamber  113 , a bottom wall  111  and a base  112 . Applause enhancing apparatus  220  having a clip  223  and gripping means  222  for selectively attaching applause enhancing apparatus  220  to container  110 . Applause enhancing apparatus  220  may include an identifying mark, indicia, logo or the like that can be attached as a label or manufactured as an integral part of the apparatus. Applause enhancing apparatus  220  may also be attached by inserting the attaching end inside the pop top opening of a container or can as shown in FIGS. 21A-21C. 
     FIG. 8A is a cross sectional side view of the container and applause enhancing apparatus shown in FIG. 7 with the applause enhancing apparatus  220  shown in a tensioned, non-contacting position relative to the side of the container  110 . Applause enhancing apparatus can be selectively released from a tensioned, non-contacting position to strike the side wall of container  110  creating an audible sound. 
     FIG. 8B is a cross sectional side view of the applause enhancing apparatus  220  of FIG. 8A having a clip  223 , a gripping means  222  for selectively attaching applause enhancing apparatus  220  to container and a projection or finger post  115 . 
     FIG. 9 is a cross sectional side view of a container and applause enhancing apparatus shown in FIGS. 7 and 8A with applause enhancing apparatus  220  shown striking the side of container  110  creating an audible sound or noise. 
     FIG. 10 is a cross sectional side view of the present invention comprising another embodiment of an applause enhancing apparatus  320  that contacts the side of container  110  having a gripping means  322 , a connecting section  323  and a protrusion  321  for selectively moving and releasing applause enhancing apparatus  320 . An audible sound is created when applause enhancing apparatus  320  is moved to a non-contacting position, and then released to strike the side wall of container  110 . 
     Another two piece applause enhancer is shown in FIGS. 11A-16, where each section is grippable by the hands and can be separated and brought back together with a striking motion to create an audible sound. A cavity or chamber may be included to enhance a sound or noise. A noise may also be created by adding a whistle to the present invention as shown in FIG.  11 E. The chamber shape may create a directional sound, depending on the shape, or configuration of the chamber, that may be conical, frusto-conical, cylindrical, round, elliptical or geometric. Spectators normally place their hands around their mouth to aim their voice in a specific direction. The sound waves reflect off the cupped hands and move in a more specific direction. The applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention may be manufactured from virgin or recycled plastic, cellulose products, metal, composites, or any other material suitable for creating the device. Many manufacturing processes can be utilized in the manufacture of the present invention, including, but not limited to, injection molding, machining, thermoforming, pressing, laminating, blow molding, rotomolding or the like. 
     FIG. 11A is a full side view of the present invention comprising an applause enhancing apparatus with a plurality of corresponding sections  33  and  34 , each having a base  31  and  32  respectively, and a joining, or contacting section  37  and  38 . The applause enhancing apparatus  33  and  34  create a container with an open end, a closed bottom and a chamber  35  when they are joined together. 
     FIG. 11B is a full side view of the present invention having a simple elastomeric or rigid annular component  16  placed around the applause enhancing apparatus to join the sections  33  and  34  together so a container may be placed within the applause enhancing apparatus. Annular component  16  may be manufactured integrally with the applause enhancing apparatus, or be a separate component. An insulative material may be used to manufacture the applause enhancing apparatus  33  and  34 . 
     FIG. 11C is a full side view of the present invention having a conical shape, comprising a plurality of corresponding sections  333  and  334 , each having a base  331  and  332  respectively, and a joining, or contacting section  337  and  338 . The applause enhancing apparatus  333  and  334  create a container with an open end, a closed bottom and a chamber  335  when they are joined together. 
     FIG. 11D is a cross sectional side view of FIG. 11C having a conical shape, comprising a plurality of corresponding sections  333  and  334 , each having a base  331  and  332  respectively, and a joining, or contacting section  337  and  338 . The applause enhancing apparatus  333  and  334  create a container with an open end, a closed bottom and a chamber  335  when they are joined together. 
     FIG. 11E is a full view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 11A showing at least one section including a chamber or aperture  151  that generates a whistling sound when air is propelled through said aperture or chamber. The whistle may be included in all of the applause enhancing apparatus described herein. 
     FIG. 12A is a cross sectional side view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 11A comprising sections  33  and  34  that are joined together at intersecting areas  37  and  38  respectively. Applause enhancing apparatus  33  and  34  may include an identifying mark, indicia, logo or the like that can be attached as a label or manufactured as an integral part of the apparatus. The base sections  31  and  32  respectively, are shown but are not necessary to create a noise or audible sound with the applause enhancing apparatus  33  and  34 . 
     FIG. 12B is a cross sectional side view of the present invention having sections  33  and  34 , intersecting areas  37  and  38  respectively, creating chamber  35  when joined together, and a corresponding base sections  131  and  132  creating an aperture sufficient in size to talk or create a sound through, whereby the applause enhancing apparatus  33  and  34  may project or amplify a voice or sound like a megaphone. 
     FIG. 13A is a cross sectional side view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIGS. 11A and 12A showing corresponding sections  33  and  34  separated from each other. The sections  33  and  34  may be moved together, striking each other, creating an audible sound, as shown in FIG.  14 . 
     The base or bottom of the applause enhancing device may also include a hinge section as shown in FIG. 13B, so the sections remain oriented and aligned between a first closed position, a second open position and a third closed position. This embodiment may also be attached to a post or pompon, so when the post or pompon is shaken a noise is emitted. 
     FIG. 13B is a cross sectional side view of the apparatus of FIG. 13A being joined together by a hinge  270 , allowing the sections  33  and  34  to be selectively moved from a contacting to non-contacting position, or from a non-contacting to a contacting position. A hinge means may be longitudinally oriented on the edge of the side of the applause enhancing apparatus connecting the sides of sections  33  and  34  at either intersecting section  37  or  38 . 
     FIG. 14 is a cross sectional side view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIGS. 11A and 13A showing the corresponding sections  33  and  34  striking each other at intersecting sections  37  and  38  respectively, creating an audible sound. Chamber  35  is created when sections  33  and  34  are contacting at intersecting sections  37  and  38 . 
     FIG. 15 is a cross sectional top view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 13A showing the corresponding sections  33  and  34  separated from each other. 
     FIG. 16 is a cross sectional top view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 14 showing the corresponding sections  33  and  34  striking each other at intersecting sections  37  and  38  respectively, creating an audible sound. 
     A two piece applause enhancer is shown in FIGS. 18A-20C and  22 , where sections are joined by a hinge so the sections remain oriented and aligned between a first contacting position, a second separated position, and a third striking, or contacting position. The applause enhancer of the present invention may also include a section that can be used as a handle for holding a container, creating a sound, or for enhancing an applause. A means for joining the sections together may include an annular component that holds the handles together so a beverage container can be placed in the applause enhancing device shown in FIGS. 19B and 19C. 
     FIG. 18A is a full side view of the present invention comprising an applause enhancing apparatus with a handle having a plurality of corresponding sections  133  and  134 , interfacing sections  137  and  138  and a handle  139 . Each section  133  and  134  may include an individual handle. The applause enhancing apparatus  133  and  134  create a container with a chamber  135  when they are joined together. An insulative material may be used to manufacture the applause enhancing apparatus  133  and  134 . Applause enhancing apparatus  133  and  134  or handle  139  may include an identifying mark, indicia, logo or the like that can be attached as a label or manufactured as an integral part of the apparatus. 
     FIG. 18B is a full side view of the apparatus of FIG. 18A including an elastomeric or rigid annular component  16  that may be placed around the applause enhancing apparatus to join the sections  133  and  134  together so a container may be placed within the applause enhancing apparatus. Annular component  16  may be manufactured integrally with the applause enhancing apparatus, or be a separate component. An insulative material may be used to manufacture the applause enhancing apparatus  133  and  134 . 
     FIG. 19A is a full side view of the present invention comprising an applause enhancing apparatus showing corresponding sections  133  and  134  separated and each section having an individual handle  136  and  139  respectively. Section  133  having a handle  136 , a bottom  131  and a face  137  that intersects with a corresponding section on adjacent surface of section  134 . 
     FIG. 19B is a full top view of FIG. 19A having corresponding sections  133  and  134  separated and each section having an individual handle  136  and  139  respectively, and interfacing sections  137  and  138  respectively, bottoms  131  and  132  respectively, a hinge area  130 , and a movable member  92  positioned away from sections  133  and  134  on handles  136  and  139 . Position of movable member  92  allows sections  133  and  134  to move from a first contacting position to a second, noncontacting position, and back to a third, contacting position, allowing sections  133  and  134  to strike each other creating an audible sound. Hinge  130  is longitudinally oriented on the edge of handles  136  and  139 . 
     As the movable member  92  is moved toward the handles/bodies interface, the sections  133  and  134  will remain joined together as shown in FIG.  19 C. As the movable member  92  is moved to the axle of the handles  136  and  139  that is parallel to the apparatus  133  and  134 , a hinge  130  is created and the sections  133  and  134  may part or open. 
     FIG. 19C is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 19A with movable member  92  positioned adjacent to the bodies of sections  133  and  134 , biasing sections  133  and  134  to remain in a contacting, or closed position, allowing a food or beverage container to be placed within apparatus  133  and  134 . 
     FIG. 20A is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 18A shown in axis  20 A— 20 A being in a first contacting, or closed position, having a plurality of corresponding sections  133  and  134 , interfacing sections  137  and  138  respectively, bottoms  131  and  132  respectively, and handles  136  and  139  respectively, joined at hinge  130 . Food or a food or beverage container may be placed within cavity  135  that is created when sections  133  and  134  are closed or joined together. Hinge  130  is longitudinally oriented on the edge of handles  136  and  139 . 
     FIG. 20B is a cross sectional top view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 20A showing the corresponding sections  133  and  134  in a non-contacting, opened position, yet joined by hinge section  130 , with each section  133  and  134  having a handle  136  and  139  respectively. Hinge  130  may be an integral living hinge or a separate component having a hinging means. As apparatus  133  and  134  is moved back and forth, sections  133  and  134  open and close, striking together at intersecting sections  137  and  138  respectively on the closing stroke, creating an audible sound. 
     FIG. 20C is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 20B shown in a third, contacting position with sections  133  and  134  striking each other at intersecting sections  137  and  138  respectively, creating an audible sound. 
     A simple one-piece applause enhancing apparatus is shown in FIGS. 21A-21C, being removably attachable to a food or beverage container, where the applause enhancing apparatus is moved from a first biased position to a second non-contacting position, and selectively released to a third contacting position creating an audible sound when the applause enhancing apparatus strikes the container. 
     FIG. 21A is a cross sectional side view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention residing in the opening  13  of a container  10 , shown in a first position, having an inner projection  109 , an outer projection  101 , that is selectively movable from a first contacting position, to a second non-contacting position to a third contacting position, creating an audible sound by means of lever or projection  100  contacting container  10 . 
     FIG. 21B is a cross sectional side view of the apparatus of FIG. 21A residing in the opening  13  of a container  10 , shown in a second, non-contacting position, having an inner projection  109 , an outer projection  101 , that is selectively moved from a first contacting position, to a second non-contacting position. 
     FIG. 21C is a cross sectional side view of the apparatus of FIG. 21A residing in the opening  13  of a container  10 , shown in a third, striking position, having an inner projection  109 , an outer projection  101 , that is selectively released from a second, non-contacting position, creating an audible sound. 
     FIG. 22 is a cross sectional side view of another embodiment of the present invention comprising an applause enhancing apparatus with the handles  236  and  239  being hingedly attached together by at least one protrusion or pin  240  that fits into a corresponding slot or recess  242 . Applause enhancing apparatus may be held in one hand by handle  241  and moved back and forth causing corresponding sections  233  (not shown here) and  234  to separate and strike together allowing applause enhancing apparatus to create an audible sound by using only one hand. 
     Another joining means can be manufactured into the components themselves as shown in FIGS. 23A,  23 B and  25 . The applause enhancers described herein may also include a removable or attached pompon, that are normally used by cheerleaders. The bottom of the applause enhancing device may include at least one aperture whereby a voice can be projected through the applause enhancing device like a megaphone as shown in FIGS. 36-37, and in other embodiments in this application. Thus, the applause enhancing device can be incorporated into cheering routines. 
     FIG. 23A is a cross sectional side view of the present invention comprising an applause enhancing apparatus  64  having a chamber  65  a bottom  61 , and a handle  62  that is selectively joined together by locking pin  66  that is connected to handle  62  at hinge  63 . The applause enhancing apparatus comprises two sections (only one section  64  is shown here) that create a holder for a container. Locking the corresponding sections together maintains the sections adjacent to each other. A means to lock the sections together may be provided so when a container or object is inserted into the closed applause enhancing apparatus, the sections remain joined together, and when a container or object is removed, the sections are free to open. This may be accomplished by a projection or cam that is movable from a first unlocked position, to a second locked position. 
     FIG. 23B is a sectional side view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 23A having a the locking pin  66  removed from a locking position whereby the applause enhancing apparatus may be opened and closed, and used to create an audible sound. 
     A towel is also used to show spectator approval at events. Spectators hold the towel and spin it around like a propeller. The present invention also provides a noise making device that is attachable to spinning end of the towel, so when the towel is moved through the air, an audible sound is emitted. The noise emitting device may be permanently, or removably attached to the towel. 
     Another embodiment of a towel related applause enhancer may comprise an apparatus that is held by the hand with a towel attached. As the attached towel is spun or shaken, a noise is emitted by the apparatus. 
     A simple two-piece applause enhancer that is used with a towel is shown in FIGS. 24A-24C, where a towel is removably attached to the apparatus and the user moves the apparatus in a circular motion, spinning the towel causing the fins of the apparatus to contact a fixed projection, creating an audible sound. 
     FIG. 24A is a cut away side view of an applause enhancing apparatus that may be used in conjunction with a towel, comprising a base  306  having a grippable post  305  and a fixed projection  307 , being selectively attachable to a movable housing  310 , that is concentrically located on base  306  by barbed axle or pin  311 , housing  310  having an aperture or gripping means  313  to selectively attach a towel, and at least one flexible fin  312  that contacts with post  307  of base  306 . The user places a towel partially through aperture  313  and moves apparatus and towel on a circular motion, causing towel to spin on apparatus, creating an audible sound when flexible fin  312  contacts post  307  of base  306 . Thus, a spectator can create both a visual and audible sound effect at the same time. 
     FIG. 24B is a full top view of the grippable apparatus of FIG. 24A, having a base  306  and a fixed post  307 . 
     FIG. 24C is a cross sectional view of the towel holding apparatus of FIG. 24A shown in axis  24 C— 24 C, having a housing  310 , a concentrically located pin  311 , and a plurality of flexible fins  312 . 
     FIG. 25 is a full top view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIGS. 23A and 23B with the corresponding sections  63  and  64  contacting or striking each other at interfaces  69  and  68  respectively, creating an audible sound when struck together. Sections  63  and  64  are joined at handle  62 . If locking pin  66  is in locking position, sections remain joined and ready to use as a container, food or beverage holder. 
     Typically prior art food or beverage containers, or container holders, include an identifying mark, indicia, message or advertisement as shown in FIG.  26 . The present invention may include at least one identifying mark, indicia, message or advertisement. Additionally, the present invention, shown in FIG. 27, may also include a plurality of marks, indicia, messages or advertisements whereby a first mark, indicia, message or advertisement is viewed in a normal fashion from a first perspective, with a second mark, indicia, message or advertisement being viewable only from a second perspective, revealing a “hidden” or second mark, indicia, message, or advertisement. The viewable and hidden marks may be directly placed on a food or beverage container. It is also note that the second, or “hidden” mark can be oriented 180° to the first mark, so the second mark is viewable when the user is consuming the food or beverage of the container, or shouting through the megaphone cup. 
     An indicia or message can be provided on the present invention, or a container or package, and may include at least one, or a plurality of messages where each can be viewed individually, depending on the viewing perspective, or in the case of a plurality, viewed together. The beverage or food holding applause enhancer may also include an insulating means to better maintain a desired beverage or food temperature. The insulating means also isolates the user from the hot or cold temperatures contained in the beverage or food. The applause enhancer may include a means for amplifying or projecting a voice or other audible sounds. 
     FIG. 26 is a full side view of a prior art beverage container  10  with a pop top opening  13  and holder  211  having an identifying mark  219 . A second concealed mark is not viewable from this perspective. 
     FIG. 27 is a full view from a second perspective of the present invention comprising a beverage container  10  with a pop top opening  13  and holder  211  of FIG. 26 where a second “hidden” mark  230  or message is now viewable from this second perspective. The mark viewed from the first perspective  219  may also be viewable from a second perspective but is not shown viewable in this drawing. The container may include a means for having a plurality of messages on a label, container or package where only one message can be viewed at a time. This can be accomplished by holographic, refractive, layered, hidden imaging or the like. 
     A hidden mark or message may be used to identify a prize in a contest or sweepstakes. The hidden mark may also be included on any applause enhancing apparatus shown in this application. 
     A simple hand clapper is shown in FIGS. 28-31, where the user places a hand or fingers within an aperture or handle and strikes the apparatus against a bare or gloved hand, another hand clapper, or another object. 
     The applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention may also include a resilient strap or handle to maintain the applause enhancing apparatus adjacent to a hand or body part. 
     A handclapper having a cavity or chamber and at least one open end is shown in FIG.  32 . Both ends of the handclapper may be open, or the handclapper may comprise a cavity or chamber with no open ends. The handle is shown on this embodiment of the invention, but is not necessary to create a sound with the apparatus. A handclapper is shown in FIGS. 33 and 34 that combines the flat-faced handclapper of FIG. 28 with the chambered handclapper of FIG.  32 . 
     FIG. 28 is a full top view of the present invention comprising a paddle  41  with a handle  42 . The paddle  41  may be gripped by an open or closed hand and moved back and forth to strike a hand, body part or other object to create a noise or audible sound. 
     FIG. 29 is a full side view of two similar paddles  41  of FIG. 28 shown in a first separated position, having a body  41 , a handle  42  and a face  43 , where the paddles  41  can be moved together to strike each other making a noise or audible sound. 
     FIG. 30 is a cross sectional side view of the paddle  41  of FIG. 30 shown in axis  30 — 30  having a body  41 , a handle  42 , an aperture  40  created between the body  41  and handle  42  and a face  43 . 
     FIG. 31 is a full front view of the paddle  41  of FIG. 30 having a body  41 , a handle  42 , an aperture  40  created between the body  41  and handle  42  and a face  43 . 
     FIG. 32 is a cross sectional side view of two paddles  53 , each of the present invention, having a cavity or chamber  55 , an open end  57 , a closed opposite end  54 , an edge or intersecting section  56 , a handle  52 , and an aperture  50  created between the body  53  and handle  52 . A cavity or sound chamber  55  is created when the body sections are placed together. The noise emitted from striking the sections  53  together creates a sound that may be directed from the open end  57  of the applause enhancing apparatus  53  and  53 . 
     FIG. 33 is a cross sectional side view of the platform paddle  41  of FIG.  30  and the chambered paddle  53  of FIG. 32 shown in a first separated position. The sections  41  and  53  may be moved from a first separated position, to a second striking position creating a noise or audible sound. 
     FIG. 34 is a full frontal view of the platform paddle  41  of FIG.  30  and the chambered paddle  53  of FIG. 32 shown in axis  34 — 34  and in a first separated position. The sections  41  and  53  may be moved from a first separated position, to a second striking position creating a noise or audible sound. 
     An applause enhancing device having a hinged handle, a cavity to hold a beverage or food container and an aperture is shown in FIG. 35 where the invention may hold a beverage or food container when the sections are joined together, be used as a megaphone when the container is removed and the sections remain joined together or maintained in close proximity, or be used to create a noise or sound like a hand clap when the sections are allowed to open and close back and forth, striking together when they close. The handle is gripped with the fingers or hand and the apparatus is moved away from and back to another hand, the body or another object. This movement allows the sections to open on the away stroke and close on the toward stroke where a sound is created when the apparatus is moved in the direction of, and makes contact with, a hand, body or other object. 
     Additionally, the user can hold the applause enhancing apparatus in a stationary position in one hand and create an audible sound by striking the apparatus with the other hand, or another object. 
     FIG. 35 is a top cross sectional view of an applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention shown in a closed position. The applause enhancing apparatus  73  and  74  may be used to hold a food or beverage container when the sections  73  and  74  are closed together, or may be used as a megaphone when the sections  73  and  74  are adjacent or together and the food or beverage container is removed, or may be used as a clapper when the food or beverage container is removed and the sections  73  and  74  are free to open and close, creating an audible sound or noise when they strike together. 
     Sections  73  and  74 , with handles  76  and  79  respectively, being hingedly attached at hinge  70 , having with an inner cavity  71  when the sections  73  and  74  are together, with two open ends, and a bottom lands or projections  172  and  72  respectively. The edges  77  and  78  of sections  73  and  74  respectively, intersect allowing the two sections to create a container when joined together. The edges  77  and  78  correspondingly contact each other and create a noise or audible sound when they strike, or close together from an opened position. The entire edge of each section  73  and  74  may create a noise or audible sound when the sections contact each other from an open position. 
     An applause enhancing device with a hinged handle and an inner cavity is shown in FIG.  36 . The handle is shown on this embodiment of the invention, but is not necessary to create a sound with the apparatus. The lower projection or land described in FIG. 35 is not shown or necessary to hold a container when the applause enhancing container holder comprises a conical configuration where one aperture diameter is smaller than the container diameter. A cup normally is conical in shape and may correspondingly fit into the applause enhancing apparatus. 
     FIG. 36 is a top cross sectional view of the present invention shown in a contacting position comprising an applause enhancing apparatus  83  and  84  creating an inner cavity  81  with two open ends, a bottom aperture and without a bottom land or projection. The sections  83  and  84  are joined together at hinge  80 , that is longitudinally oriented on the edge of handles  86  and  89 , with corresponding edges  87  and  88  shown contacting each other. 
     An applause enhancing device with a fixed handle and a cavity is shown in FIG. 37 where the body hinges at the handle/body interface. A lower projection or land as shown in FIG. 35 is not included, but the applause enhancing device may include a land, so a beverage or food container may be placed within the apparatus when the sections are joined together. 
     FIG. 37 is a top cross sectional view of the present invention shown in a contacting position comprising an applause enhancing apparatus  94  having an inner cavity  91  or sound chamber with two open ends, a single handle  96 , with the body section  94  being openable at hinge  90 , that is longitudinally oriented on the edge of section  94  and handle  96 . The corresponding edges  97  and  98  are shown contacting each other. 
     A unitary applause enhancing device with a fixed handle, a cavity to hold a beverage or food container and an aperture is shown in FIGS. 38,  39 A- 39 C, where the invention may hold a beverage or food container, or be used as a megaphone when the container is removed. Although shown, the handle does not have to be included for the invention to hold a container or be used as a megaphone. The invention may also include a conical, or other configurations cited in this application. The user may create an audible sound like a handclap by striking the unitary applause enhancing device against another object, such as a hand, other body part, or a separate object. FIG. 39C shows an applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention that can easily stacked together prior to use. 
     FIG. 38 is a full side view of the present invention comprising a one-piece applause enhancing apparatus  14  for holding food or a beverage, or a food or beverage container. The applause enhancing apparatus  14  having bottom  18 , a top lip or edge  24 , an inner cavity  15  open to the top of the apparatus  14 , a handle  19  connected to the apparatus by a rail  17  and an aperture  26  for inserting fingers or a hand through for gripping the apparatus  14 . The applause enhancing apparatus may be held by a hand and moved to strike an object, creating an audible sound or noise. The handle  19  is shown, but is not necessary to create an audible sound or noise with the apparatus  14 . 
     FIG. 39A is a cross sectional side view of a unitary applause enhancing apparatus having a bottom  18 , a top lip or edge  24 , an inner cavity  15  open to the top of the apparatus  14 , a handle  19  connected to the apparatus by a plurality of rails  17  and an aperture  26  for inserting fingers or a hand through for gripping the apparatus  14 . Bottom  18  may also include an aperture  25  to allow apparatus  14  to be used as a megaphone. 
     FIG. 39B is a side cross sectional view of a one-piece, conically shaped applause enhancing apparatus with two open ends comprising a body  14 , an inner cavity or chamber  15 , a top lip or opening  24 , a handle  19  attached to body  14  by a plurality of rails  17  with an aperture  26  that is sufficient in size to insert a hand into, and a bottom  18  having an aperture  25 . The user may position the applause enhancing apparatus  14  near the mouth and shout into aperture  25 , aiming a voice in a desired direction. Body  14  may be used to strike another object, creating an audible sound. 
     FIG. 39C is a side cross sectional view of a stackable, one-piece, conically shaped applause enhancing apparatus with two open ends comprising a body  14 , an inner cavity or chamber  15 , a top lip or opening  24 , a handle  19  attached to body  14  by at least one rail  17  with an aperture  26  that is sufficient in size to insert a hand into, and a bottom  18  having an aperture  25 . The user may position the applause enhancing apparatus  14  near the mouth and shout into aperture  25 , aiming a voice in a desired direction. Body  14  may be used to strike another object, creating an audible sound. 
     FIG. 40 shows a full side view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention in an opened position with an inner cavity, a bottom land for holding a food or beverage container when the apparatus is closed, with corresponding handles joined together by a hinge. 
     FIG. 40 is a full side view of the present invention comprising an applause enhancing apparatus  49  and  95  with uniformly thick wall sections connected at longitudinally oriented hinge  30  and shown in a non-contacting, or open position. The applause enhancing apparatus  95  and  49  may be closed and used to hold a food or beverage container, or may be used as a megaphone, or be used as a clapper or noise maker by shaking the apparatus back and forth where the sections  95  and  49  strike each other. 
     The applause enhancing apparatus  95  and  49  having corresponding top edges or lips  82  and  48 , bottom edges  93  and  44 , intersection edges  59  and  58 , bottom projections or lands  39  and  28 , an open top end  46  and an open bottom ends  60  and  29 , and handle rails  85  and  47  that share a common hinge  30 , an inner cavity or sound chamber  45  and an aperture  27  for inserting a hand or finger into. 
     FIG. 41 shows an applause enhancing apparatus having a consistent wall thickness throughout with a hinged handle, a cavity to hold a beverage or food container and two open ends, where the invention may hold a beverage or food container when the sections are joined together, be used as a megaphone when the container is removed and the sections remain joined together, or be used to create a noise or sound like a hand clap when the sections are allowed to open and close, striking together when they close. A consistent wall thickness makes the invention easily manufacturable with standard injection mold practices. Virgin, recycled material, or a combination of both, may be used to manufacture the applause enhancing apparatus. FIG. 42 shows one configuration of how the present invention may be injection molded or manufactured in an open-faced configuration. 
     FIG. 41 is a cross sectional side view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 40 having an inner cavity or sound chamber  45 , a top opening  46  a top lip  48 , a bottom lip  44 , a bottom inner projection or land  28 , a lower aperture  29 , a rail  47  attaching the body  49  to handle  36 , and an aperture  27  for inserting a hand through. 
     FIG. 42 is a top cross sectional view of the applause enhancing apparatus shown in FIG. 40 in an open face configuration where a number of features may be included into the apparatus by plastic injection processes. The applause enhancing apparatus  95  and  49  having respective body sections  95  and  49 , edges  59  and  58 , bottom lands or projections  39  and  28 , handles  85  and  47  that share a common living hinge  30 , and a uniformly thick wall sections. 
     As a matter of practicality, disposable cups are used to hold beverages at large sporting and entertainment events. Cans or bottles are not use because they pose a hazard by trapping the contents in the container and may be thrown by rowdy fans. A cupholder and cup are shown in FIG. 43 (full side view) and FIG. 47 (cross sectional side view) where a cup is inserted in a megaphone cupholder. 
     The cupholding megaphone is shown in FIGS. 43-47. A gripping means may be included on the external surface, as shown in FIG. 46B, or internally , as shown in FIG. 46A, where internal projections suspend the cup within the megaphone cup holder. A handle for gripping the applause enhancing apparatus may also be included on the cupholding megaphone. The external gripping means may also comprise annular rings, serrations or the like that create an improved gripping means. When the cup is removed from the megaphone cupholder, the apparatus may be used as a megaphone. A mark or indicia can be placed on the cupholder or cup. The cupholder may also comprise an insulating means. 
     FIG. 43 is a full side view of the present invention comprising a cup  110  and cupholding megaphone  120  stacked together. The cup  110  and cupholding megaphone  120  are selectively separable and may be manufactured from paper or wood products, plastic, or any material suitable to hold liquid or food. The material may be coated with wax or the like and the cup  110  and megaphone  120  may be selectively held together by an adhesive or bonding material so they remain together while a beverage or food is consumed, yet are easily separable whenever the user so desires. 
     The megaphone  120  comprises a top  122 , a bottom  121  and is shown as a cup holder, but may be placed inside the cup  110  as well. The cup  110  comprises an inner cavity  113  that is fillable with a food or beverage and open at the top  14  and closed at the bottom  111  and base  112 . The cupholding megaphone may also hold a bottle bag, or can. The cupholding megaphone  120  is shown in a conical configuration, but may comprise any number of configurations that allows a container to be held within a cupholding megaphone. A mark, logo, or indicia may also be included on the cupholding megaphone  120 . 
     A hidden message may be included on the inside wall section of the cupholding megaphone or on the outside wall of the cup that is inserted inside the cupholding megaphone. This may be used to identify a prize in a contest or sweepstakes. 
     FIG. 44 is a full top view of the cupholding megaphone of FIG. 43 having a body  120 , a top edge  122 , a bottom edge  121 , and an inner cavity or sound chamber  123 . Both the cup  110  and megaphone  120  are of a similar conical configuration where they stack closely together. 
     FIG. 45 shows a cross sectional side view of the megaphone of FIG. 44 shown in axis  45 — 45 , having a top edge  122 , a bottom edge  123 , and an inner cavity or sound chamber  123 . 
     FIG. 46A is a full top view of the cupholding megaphone of FIG. 43 having a top edge  122 , a bottom edge  121 , an inner cavity or sound chamber  123 , and internal projections  125  for suspending a cup within a cupholding megaphone. The internal projections  125  may also provide structural stability. 
     FIG. 46B is a cross sectional side view of the cupholding megaphone of FIG. 43 having a top edge  122 , a bottom edge  121 , an inner cavity or sound chamber  123 , and a longitudinally oriented external projection  184  for improved gripping means. The external gripping means may also comprise annular rings, serrations or the like that create an improved gripping means. 
     FIG. 47 is a cross sectional side view of the cup  110  and cupholding megaphone  120  of FIG. 43 being stacked together. The cup  110  and cupholding megaphone  120  are selectively separable. The cup includes a top lip  114 , a bottom  111 , a foot or base  112  and an inner cavity  113 . The cupholding megaphone  120  comprises a top  122 , a bottom  121  and an inner cavity  123 . The cup  110  may include an expanding and contracting side wall so when a beverage or food product are placed inside the cup, the side wall expands and frictionally engages the cupholding megaphone. 
     The invention may also comprise a cup with an openable bottom shown in FIGS. 48 and 49. A cup or container with a removable bottom that is integrally manufactured into the container is shown in FIGS. 50A-50D and  51 . 
     FIG. 48 is a cross sectional side view of the present invention comprising a cup  99  with at least one selectively openable or removable bottom section  118  and a foot or base  119 . A food or beverage are placed inside the cavity  115  of cup  99 , consumed and the user opens the bottom section  118  of the cup  99  so it may be used as a megaphone. An openable or removable liquid-tight, seal is formed by at least one bottom section  118  that form the bottom of the cup and are sealed at overlapping section  117 . The bottom circumference or perimeter is sealed by seal  75 . The cup  99  may be manufactured from paper or wood products, plastic, or any material suitable to hold liquid or food. The material may be coated with wax or the like. 
     FIG. 49 is a full top view of the megaphone cup  99  of FIG. 48 comprising a body  99 , a top lip or edge  116 , an inner cavity  115 , with a plurality of selectively openable bottom sections  118  that create a liquid-tight, seal that overlap at seal  117 . 
     FIG. 50A is a cross sectional side the present invention comprising a cup  140  having an inner cavity or chamber  142 , a top edge or lip  141 , a selectively openable or removable bottom  143  with a pull tab  144  and a foot or base  146 . A food or beverage are placed inside the cavity  142  of cup  140 , consumed and the user removes the bottom  143  of the cup  140  so it may be used as a megaphone. An openable or removable liquid-tight, seal is formed by at least one bottom section  143  that may include a pull tab  144  or the like for easy removal of bottom  143  from cup  140 . The bottom circumference or perimeter is sealed by seal  145 . The cup  140  may be manufactured from paper or wood products, plastic, or any material suitable to hold liquid or food. The material may be coated with wax or the like. 
     FIG. 50B is a full side view of the present invention comprising a unitary cup  173  with a selectively openable or removable bottom having an inner cavity or chamber, a top edge or lip  171 , a foot or base  176  and an aperture  179  that allows the pull tab, later described, to be integrally manufactured into container  173 . Aperture  179  allows a movable core to be positioned in bottom of container  173  using conventional injection molding processes to create pull tab  175 . 
     FIG. 50C is a cross sectional side view of the apparatus of FIG. 50B, comprising a unitary cup  173  with a selectively openable or removable, integrally manufactured bottom  177  having a pull tab  175 , an inner cavity or chamber  172 , a top edge or lip  171 , a foot or base  176 . A food or beverage are placed inside the cavity of cup  173 , consumed and the user removes the bottom  177  of the cup  173  so it may be used as a megaphone. An openable or removable liquid-tight, seal  178  is integrally molded into a selectively removable bottom section  177  that includes pull tab  175  or the like for easy removal of bottom  177  from cup  173 . The bottom circumference or perimeter is sealed by seal  178 . The cup  173  may be manufactured from coated paper or coated wood products, plastic, or any material suitable to hold liquid or food. 
     FIG. 50D is a full bottom view of the apparatus of FIG. 50C, comprising a unitary megaphone cup  173  with a selectively openable or removable bottom  177 , having a pull tab  75  with an aperture  174  that allows tab  175  to be gripped, bottom  177  sealed by integrally manufactured seal  178 . A food or beverage are placed inside the cavity of cup  173 , consumed and the user removes the bottom  177  of the cup  173  so it may be used as a megaphone. 
     An applause enhancing apparatus having a biasing means to move the sections of the apparatus toward a non-contacting, or open position are shown in FIGS. 52-55B. A resilient member or rubber band is described in FIGS. 52-54 that provides a biasing means to open the apparatus. An integral member for biasing the apparatus sections toward an open position is shown in FIG. 55. A coil, leaf, torsion spring or the like may also be included in the apparatus to urge the sections apart. A separate component for biasing the components in a non-contacting, or open position are shown in FIG.  55 B. 
     A spring clip or resilient member may also be included to urge the sections of the applause enhancing apparatus to a closed, or contacting position. 
     A means to mechanically keep the sections of the applause enhancing apparatus closed when an object or cup is inserted in the apparatus cavity may also be included. 
     FIG. 51 is a full top view of the megaphone cup of FIG. 50A having a body  140  an inner cavity or chamber  142 , a permanently removable bottom  143  and a top edge  141 . 
     FIG. 52 is a full side view of the present invention comprising an applause enhancing apparatus having a body  160 , a top edge  161 , a base  166 , a handle  169  being connected to the body by a rail  167  including a post or projection  163  and a recess  164  for holding a resilient member or rubber band  158  for maintaining an opening biasing force on the sections of the apparatus, relative to each other. The rubber band  158  is hooked on the post  163 , that also may be recessed relative to the outer surface of the rail  167 . An object or cup may be inserted in the apparatus  160  when the sections are maintained together. 
     FIG. 53 is a cross sectional view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 52 shown in a open faced position, having corresponding components including bodies  150  and  160 , edges  152  and  162  that contact each other to hold an object of cup inside or within the apparatus, or create a noise or audible sound when the sections are moved swiftly from an open position to a closed position, rails  157  and  167  having posts  153  and  163  for holding a rubber band or resilient member  158 , bottom projections  155  and  165  that serve as a land when the sections are closed and an object is inserted in the apparatus, and a hinge section  170  that is bendable. 
     FIG. 54 is a cross sectional top view of the applause enhancing apparatus of FIGS. 52 and 53 shown in a closed or contacting position, having corresponding components including bodies  150  and  160 , edges  152  and  162  shown contacting each other to hold an object of cup inside or within the apparatus, or create a noise or audible sound when the sections are moved swiftly from an open position to a closed position, rails  157  and  167  having posts  153  and  163  for holding a rubber band or resilient member  158  in a tensioned position, bottom projections  155  and  165  that serve as a land when the sections are closed and an object is inserted in the apparatus, and a hinge section  170  that is bendable. An inner cavity  199  is fillable with a container or object and creates a sound chamber when the sections strike each other. The cavity  199  also serves to aim a voice or sound in a directional manner. 
     FIG. 55A is a cross sectional view of the present invention shown in a open faced configuration comprising an applause enhancing apparatus having an integral opening biasing means  148 , corresponding components including bodies  180  and  190 , edges  182  and  192  that contact each other to hold an object of cup inside or within the apparatus, or create a noise or audible sound when the sections are moved swiftly from an open position to a closed position, rails  187  and  197  that connect a handle (not shown) to the body of the apparatus, with an integral projection that biases the sections toward an open position, relative to each other when the sections are moved to a contacting position, bottom projections  185  and  195  that serve as a land when the sections are closed and an object is inserted in the apparatus, and a hinge section  149  that is bendable. 
     FIG. 55B is a cross sectional view of the present invention shown in a open faced configuration comprising an applause enhancing apparatus having a separate opening biasing means  1148 , corresponding components including bodies  180  and  190 , edges  182  and  192  that contact each other to hold an object of cup inside or within the apparatus, or create a noise or audible sound when the sections are moved swiftly from an open position to a closed position, rails  187  and  197  that connect a handle (not shown) to the body of the apparatus, with an integral projection that biases the sections toward an open position, relative to each other when the sections are moved to a contacting position, bottom projections  185  and  195  that serve as a land when the sections are closed and an object is inserted in the apparatus, and a hinge section  149  that is bendable. 
     FIGS. 56A-56C show the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention combined with a large megaphone. The user can strike the outside of the large megaphone on a hand, body part, object or the like in a normal fashion to create a sound. The applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention is included in the interior chamber of the megaphone and an additional sound will be generated by the applause enhancing apparatus sections striking together when the megaphone is struck against another object. The user may still project a voice through the megaphone that includes the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention. 
     FIG. 56A is cross sectional side view of a megaphone with an applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention residing within the megaphone. The conical megaphone  126  having a wall section  108 , a large open end  128 , a smaller open end  129 , a handle  127 , and an inner chamber  147  where a noise making apparatus  154  resides, having an inner chamber  159  and intersecting section  198  mounted within megaphone  126 , apparatus  154  being attached to megaphone  126  by at least one connector  156  and apparatus  154  being movable from a first, non-contacting position, to a second contacting position with corresponding apparatus, shown is FIGS. 56B and 56C, creating an audible sound. The user may still project a voice through the megaphone that includes the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention. 
     FIG. 56B is cross sectional rear view of apparatus of FIG. 56A shown in axis  56 B— 56 B, with internal applause enhancer  154  and  194  in a first, ready-to-use, non-contacting position. Applause enhancer  154  and  194  having intersecting sections  198  and  193  respectively, that create an audible sound when they contact each other, applause enhancer  154  and  194  being mounted to megaphone  126  by connectors  156  and  196  respectively. Conical megaphone  126  having a smaller open end  129 , where applause enhancer  154  and  194  is located, allowing user to project a voice through megaphone  126 . Conical megaphone  126  amplifies audible sound created by internal applause enhancer  154  and  194 . 
     FIG. 56C is a cross sectional rear view of apparatus of FIG. 56B, with internal applause enhancer  154  and  194  shown in a second, contacting position creating an audible sound when megaphone  126  is moved back and forth, or is moved to contact a hand, body part or other object. 
     FIGS. 57-61 show a one-piece applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention where the apparatus is molded in a open-faced configuration and is foldable into an applause enhancing apparatus that includes a handle with a plurality of hinge sections, a means to join the sections together adjacent to each other, a limiting means to maintain the sections in a position to hold a container, allow the applause enhancing apparatus to be used as a megaphone or a handclapper, where a projection is included to prevent the sections from pinching the users hand during use. 
     This embodiment maintains the sections adjacent to each other in a ready to use state, but in a non-contacting position, so when the user moves the applause enhancing apparatus toward another object to strike it, an audible sound is created when the sections strike each other. Since the sections are biased in a non-contacting position, this embodiment may also be moved back and forth in a sufficient manner to strike together creating an audible sound without striking another separate object. 
     FIG. 57 is a full side view of an applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention holding a prior art container, comprising a cup  410 , a base  412  and an open end  413 . Applause enhancing apparatus  434  having an edge  102 , a handle  436 , and a plurality of hinges  430  attached to corresponding rails  417  that connect handle  436  to apparatus  434 . Apparatus having a limiting means comprising a projection or barb  438  that is selectively insertable into slot  168 . Bendable barb  438  is manufactured in a flat configuration and is folded at approximately 90° and inserted in slot  168  allowing separable sections  434  and  433 , shown in subsequent drawings, to move back and forth to and from a non-contacting position to a contacting position, creating an audible sound. Handle  436  having a projection  439  to prevent user from pinching fingers or the like as separable sections  434  and  433  move back and forth. 
     FIG. 58 is a full outside face view of an applause enhancing apparatus of FIG. 57 shown in an open-faced configuration that is manufacturable using conventional injection molding processes, having corresponding body sections  433  and  434 , intersecting sections  202  and  102  respectively, cavities  431  and  432  respectively, a common handle  436 , a plurality of hinges  430  attached to corresponding rails  417  that connect handle  436  to apparatus  434  and  434 , a slot or aperture  168  to receive bendable barb  438  to limit separable movement of sections  434  and  433 , and at least one projection  439  that serves as an anti-pinching means. 
     FIG. 59 is a cross sectional view of the apparatus of FIG. 58 shown in axis  59 — 59  having corresponding body sections  433  and  434 , intersecting sections  202  and  102  respectively, cavities  431  and  432  respectively, a common handle  436 , a plurality of hinges  430  attached to corresponding rails  417  that connect handle  436  to apparatus  434  and  434 , a slot or aperture  168  to receive bendable barb  438  to limit separable movement of sections  434  and  433 . 
     FIG. 60 is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 58 shown in an open-faced configuration having corresponding body sections  433  and  434 , intersecting edges  202  and  102  respectively, cavities  431  and  432  respectively, a common handle  436 , a plurality of hinges  430  attached to corresponding rails  417  that connect handle  436  to apparatus  433  and  434 , a slot or aperture  168 , not shown here on edge  102 , to receive bendable barb  438  to limit separable movement of sections  434  and  433 . 
     FIG. 61 full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 58 shown in a closed, or contacting configuration having corresponding body sections  433  and  434 , intersecting at edges  202  and  102  respectively creating an audible sound, cavities  431  and  432  respectively now create chamber  435 , a common handle  436 , a plurality of hinges  430  attached to corresponding rails  417  that connect handle  436  to apparatus  434  and  434 , a slot or aperture  168 , not shown here on edge  102 , to receive bendable barb  438  to limit separable movement of sections  434  and  433 . 
     FIGS. 62-65 show a one-piece applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention where the apparatus is molded in a open-faced configuration and is easily stackable for storage and shipping prior to use. The applause enhancing apparatus is also foldable into an applause enhancing apparatus that includes a handle with a hinge section, a means to join the sections together, a limiting means to maintain the sections in a position to hold a container, and allow the applause enhancing apparatus to be used as a megaphone or a handclapper, where a projection is included to prevent the sections from pinching the users hand during use. This embodiment of the present invention includes a biasing means to maintain the sections of the applause enhancing apparatus in a non-contacting position, so the applause enhancing apparatus will automatically ruturn to a non-contacting position after the user strikes the apparatus together creating an audible sound. 
     This embodiment also maintains the sections adjacent to each other in a ready to use state, but in a non-contacting position, so when the user moves the applause enhancing apparatus toward another object to strike it, an audible sound is created when the sections strike each other. Since the sections are biased in a non-contacting position, this embodiment may also be moved back and forth in a sufficient manner to strike together creating an audible sound without striking another separate object. 
     FIG. 62 is a full side view of an applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention that is manufacturable and stackable in an open-faced configuration, showing another embodiment of the anti-pinching means. Applause enhancing apparatus  534  having an edge  402 , a crescent shaped handle  536 , and a plurality of hinges  530  attached to corresponding rails  517  that connect handle  536  to apparatus  534 . Apparatus having a limiting means comprising a plurality of projections or barbs  538  that are selectively insertable into slots  188 . Bendable barbs  538  are manufactured in a flat configuration and are folded at approximately 90° and inserted in slots  188  allowing separable sections  434  and  433 , shown in subsequent drawings, to move back and forth to and from a non-contacting position to a contacting position, creating an audible sound. Handle  536  having movable projections  539  preventing user from pinching fingers or the like as separable sections  534  and  533  move back and forth. 
     FIG. 63 is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 62 shown in an open-faced configuration having corresponding body sections  533  and  534 , intersecting edges  302  and  402  respectively, cavities  531  and  532  respectively, a common handle  536 , a plurality of hinges  530  attached to corresponding rails  517  that connect handle  536  to apparatus  533  and  534 , a slot or aperture  188 , not shown here on edge  402 , to receive bendable barbs  538  to limit separable movement of sections  534  and  533 . 
     FIG. 64A is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 62 shown in a first, separated, or non-contacting position ready to create an audible sound or accept a container, having corresponding body sections  533  and  534 , intersecting edges  302  and  402  respectively, cavities  531  and  532  respectively now create chamber  535 , a common handle  536 , a plurality of hinges  530  attached to corresponding rails  517  that connect handle  536  to apparatus  534  and  534 , a slot or aperture  188  on edge  402 , to receive bendable barbs  538  to limit separable movement of sections  534  and  533 . Hinge sections  530  and  530  may be manufactured to create a biasing means to maintain sections  533  and  534  in a non-contacting position until a physical force is placed on apparatus to move sections  533  and  534  together to create an audible sound. 
     FIG. 64B is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 64A shown in a second, closed, or contacting position creating an audible sound with a container removed, having corresponding body sections  533  and  534 , intersecting at edges  302  and  402  respectively creating an audible sound, cavities  531  and  532  respectively now create chamber  535 , a common handle  536 , a plurality of hinges  530  attached to corresponding rails  517  that connect handle  536  to apparatus  534  and  534 , slots or apertures  188  on edge  402 , to receive bendable barbs  538  to limit separable movement of sections  534  and  533 . 
     FIG. 64C is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 64B shown in a third, separated, or non-contacting position ready again to create an audible sound or accept a container, having corresponding body sections  533  and  534 , intersecting edges  302  and  402  respectively, cavities  531  and  532  respectively now create chamber  535 , a common handle  536 , a plurality of hinges  530  attached to corresponding rails  517  that connect handle  536  to apparatus  534  and  534 , slots or apertures  188  on edge  402 , to receive bendable barbs  538  to limit separable movement of sections  534  and  533 . 
     FIG. 65 is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 64A having a plurality of movable projections  537  that in unison with movable projections  539 , create an anti-pinching means on two sides, top and bottom of rails  517 , shown in FIG.  62 . Apparatus  533  and  534  shown in a contacting position creating an audible sound with a container removed, intersecting at edges  302  and  402  respectively creating an audible sound, cavities  531  and  532  respectively now create chamber  535 , a common handle  536 , a plurality of hinges  530  attached to corresponding rails  517  v connect handle  536  to apparatus  534  and  534 , slots or apertures  188 , not shown here, on edge  402 , to receive bendable barbs  538  to limit separable movement of sections  534  and  533 . 
     A hidden message may be included on the openable or removable section of the openable bottom cup. This may be used to identify a prize in a contest or sweepstakes. 
     FIG. 66 is a full top view of the present invention shown in an open-faced configuration having corresponding body sections  1533  and  1534 , intersecting edges  1302  and  1402  respectively, cavities  1531  and  1532  respectively, a common ergonomically configured handle  1536  attached by a plurality of hinges  1530  to rails  1517  and  1617 , an anti-pinching guard  1539  that encompasses the perimeter of corresponding rails  1517  and  1617 that connect handle  1536  to apparatus  1534  and  1533  respectively, a slot or aperture  1588  on edge  1402  to receive rigid post  1538  with barbed end  1542  to limit separable movement of sections  1534  and  1533 , and rigid post  1540  with barbed end  1541  to maintain sections  1533  and  1544  adjacent to each other in the event that hinge  1530  is broken. The post  1538  having a barbed end  1542  being insertable into the slot or aperture  1588  collectively comprise a latch member. Integral opening biasing means  1548  creates a biasing means to maintain sections  1533  and  1534  in a non-contacting position when sections  1533  and  1534  are assembled together. This embodiment is joined together by simply folding sections  1533  and  1534  together. 
     FIG. 67 is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 66 shown in a separated, or non-contacting position ready to create an audible sound or accept a container, having corresponding body sections  1533  and  1534 , intersecting edges  3102  and  1402  respectively, cavities  1531  and  1532  respectively now create chamber  1535  when sections  1533  and  1534  are assembled together, a common handle  1536 , a plurality of hinges  1530  attached to corresponding rails  1517  and  1617  that connect handle  1536  to apparatus  1534  and  1533  respectively, a slot or aperture  1588  on edge  1402 , to receive rigid post  1538  with barb  1542  to limit separable movement of sections  1534  and  1533 . Integral opening biasing means  1548  creates a biasing means to maintain sections  1533  and  1534  in a non-contacting position until a physical force is placed on apparatus to move sections  1533  and  1534  together to create an audible sound. 
     FIG. 68 is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 67 shown in a contacting position, creating an audible sound when sections  1533  and  1534  strike against each other, having corresponding body sections  1533  and  1534 , intersecting edges  1302  and  1402  respectively, cavities  1531  and  1532  respectively, now creating chamber  1535  when sections  1533  and  1534  are assembled together, a common handle  1536 , a plurality of hinges  1530  attached to corresponding rails  1517  and  1617  that connect handle  1536  to apparatus  1534  and  1533  respectively, a slot or aperture  1588  on edge  1402 , to receive rigid post  1538  with barb  1542  to limit separable movement of sections  1534  and  1533 . Integral opening biasing means  1548  creates a biasing means to maintain sections  1533  and  1534  in a non-contacting position until a physical force is placed on apparatus to move sections  1533  and  1534  together to create an audible sound. 
     FIG. 69 is a full side view of the apparatus of FIG. 67 of the present invention shown with sections  1533  and  1534  joined together showing a wrap around embodiment of anti-pinching means guard  1539 . Applause enhancing apparatus  1534  having a striking surface  1402 , an ergonomically shaped handle  1536 , and a plurality of hinges  1530  attached to corresponding rails  1617 that connect handle  1536  to apparatus  1534 . Rails having integral longitudinal protrusion or strongback  1550  to keep rails  1617  in a substantially flat configuration. Rigid posts  1540  on rails  1517  are inserted through apertures located on rails  1617  adjacent to handle  1536  to maintain sections  1533  and  1534  together. Apparatus having a limiting means comprising a plurality of rigid projections  1538  with barbs  1542 that are selectively insertable into slots  1588 . Rigid posts  1538  are manufactured substantially  900  relative to striking surfaces  1402  and  1302  and insertable in slots  1588  allowing separable sections  1533  and  1534 , shown in subsequent drawings, to move back and forth to and from a non-contacting position to a contacting position, creating an audible sound. Connecting rails  1617  having striking surface  1602  adjacent to body  1534 , a projection guard  1539  preventing user from pinching fingers or the like and space  1552  to keep sections  1533  and  1534  from binding during use as separable sections  1534  and  1533  move back and forth. 
     FIG. 70 is a full top view of the present invention shown in an open-faced configuration having corresponding body sections  1533  and  1534  being bent to break connecting hinges  1530  to separate body sections  1533  and  1534  from each other allowing two differently colored sections to be assembled together to create a multi-colored applause enhancing apparatus. Body sections  1533  and  1534  now being separated at hinges  1530 , having cavities  1531  and  1532  respectively, a common ergonomically configured handle  1536  connected to rails  1517  and  1617  having an anti-pinching guard  1539 that encompasses the perimeter of corresponding rails  1517  and  1617  that connect handle  1536  to apparatus  1534  and  1533  respectively, a slot or aperture  1588  on edge  1402  to receive rigid post  1538  with barbed end  1542  to limit separable movement of sections  1534  and  1533 , and rigid post  1540  with barbed end  1541  to maintain sections  1533  and  1544  adjacent to each other in the event that hinge  1530  is broken. Integral opening biasing means  1548  creates a biasing means to maintain sections  1533  and  1534  in a non-contacting position when sections  1533  and  1534  are assembled together. 
     FIG. 71 is a full top view of the apparatus of FIG. 70 having body sections  1533  and  1534  being separated at hinge  1530  allowing two differently colored sections to be assembled together to create a multi-colored applause enhancing apparatus. Two body sections that are colored the same may also be joined together after being separated. Body sections  1533  and  1534  now separated at hinges  1530 , having cavities  1531  and  1532  respectively, a common ergonomically configured handle  1536  connected to rails  1517  and  1617 , having an anti-pinching guard  1539  that encompasses the perimeter of corresponding rails  1517  and  1617 , a slot or aperture  1588  on edge  1402  to receive rigid post  1538  with barbed end  1542  to limit separable movement of sections  1534  and  1533 , and rigid post  1540  with barbed end  1541  to maintain sections  1533  and  1544  adjacent to each other in the event that hinge  1530  is broken. The post  1540  with the barbed end  1541  is inserted into a slot of member  1534  collectively comprise a first latch member. Rigid post  1538  having barbed end  1542  disposed into slot  1588  collectively comprise a second latch member. Integral opening biasing means  1548  creates a biasing means to maintain sections  1533  and  1534  in a non-contacting position when sections  1533  and  1534  are assembled together. 
     FIG. 72 is a full top view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention having differently colored body sections  1533  and  4634  assembled together to create a multi-colored applause enhancing apparatus. Two body sections that are colored the same may also be joined together after being separated. Body sections  1533  and  4634  joined together by rigid posts  1538  and  1540  now creating cavity  4635  to hold a container and create a megaphone. A common ergonomically configured handle  4636  connected to rails  4617 , having an anti-pinching guard  4639  that encompasses the perimeter of corresponding rails  4617 , a slot or aperture  4688  on edge  4602  to receive rigid post  1538  with barbed end  1542  to limit separable movement of sections  1533  and  4634 , and rigid post  1540  with barbed end  1541  to maintain sections  1533  and  4634  adjacent to each because hinges  1530  are broken. Integral opening biasing means  1548  creates a biasing means to maintain sections  1533  and  4634  in a non-contacting position when sections  1533  and  4634  are assembled together. 
     FIG. 73 is a full side view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention shown with body sections having a change in profile. This embodiment allows containers with variable shapes to be used with the applause enhancing apparatus. Many cups are manufactured with a smaller base, relative to the upper body section, so a large capacity cup can be inserted into a stationary cup holder in a vehicle or into an arm rest. Applause enhancing apparatus  2534  having a striking surface  2402 , an ergonomically shaped handle  2536 , and a plurality of hinges  2530  attached to corresponding rails  2617  that connect handle  2536  to apparatus  2534 . Rails  2617  having integral longitudinal protrusion or strongback  2650  to keep rails  2617  in a substantially flat configuration. Rigid posts  2540  on rails  2617  are inserted through apertures located on rails  2617  adjacent to handle  2536  to maintain sections  2533 , not shown, and  2534  together. Apparatus having a limiting means comprising a plurality of rigid projections  2538  with barbs  2542  that are selectively insertable into slots  2688 . Rigid posts  2538  are manufactured substantially 90° relative to striking surfaces  2402  and  2302 , not shown, and insertable in slots  2588  allowing separable sections  2533  and  2534 , to move back and forth to and from a non-contacting position to a contacting position, creating an audible sound. Connecting rails  2617  having striking surface  2602  adjacent to body  2534 , a projection guard  2539  preventing user from pinching fingers or the like and space  2552  to keep sections  2533  and  2534  from binding during use as separable sections  2534  and  2533  move back and forth. 
     FIG. AA is a cross sectional view of the present invention of section AA of FIG. 73 showing rails  2517  and  2617  having longitudinal protrusions, or strongbacks,  2550  and  2650  respectively, separated by space  2552  and an anti-pinching guard  2539  that protects a user&#39;s hand and fingers when separable sections  2533  and  2534  move back and forth. 
     FIG. 74 is a full side view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention shown with a slot, or opening  3646  to allow apparatus to be inserted into a cup holder in a car or arm rest. Applause enhancing apparatus having sections  3633 , not shown, and  3634  joined together showing a wrap around embodiment of anti-pinching guard  3539 . Applause enhancing apparatus  3634  having a striking surface  3602 , an ergonomically shaped handle  3636 , and a plurality of hinges  3630  attached to corresponding rails  3617  that connect handle  3636  to apparatus  3634 . Rigid posts  3640  on rails  3617  are inserted through apertures located on rails  3617  adjacent to handle  3636  to maintain sections  3633 , not shown, and  3634  together. Apparatus having a limiting means comprising a plurality of rigid projections  3638  with barbs  3642  that are selectively insertable into apertures  3688 . Rigid posts  3638  are manufactured substantially 90° relative to striking surfaces  3602  and  3402 , not shown, and insertable in slots  3688  allowing separable sections  3633  and  3634 , to move back and forth to and from a non-contacting position to a contacting position, creating an audible sound. Connecting rails  3617  having striking surface  3602  adjacent to body  3634 , a projection guard  3539  preventing user from pinching fingers or the like and space  3652  to keep sections  3633  and  3634  from binding during use as separable sections  3634  and  3633  move back and forth. Connecting rail  3617  having a void, or recess,  3646  to allow apparatus to nest, or be inserted in a stationary cup holder in a vehicle or an arm rest at a stadium. 
     FIG. 75 is a cut away view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention having an adjustable means to hold containers of similar, but varying, sizes and shapes. Even though containers or cups may have the same volumetric capacity, the sizes and shapes vary from manufacturer to manufacturer and even from lot to lot. Applause enhancing apparatus  1533  and  1534  having a striking surfaces  1302  and  1402  respectively, being assembled with rigid limiting post  1538  inserted through aperture  1588  to hold cup  110  with cavity  113  and bottom  112 . Since there are two limiting posts,  1538  at the top and bottom of the apparatus  1533  and  1534  respectively, any cup inserted into apparatus will move the posts  1538  to a full extending position and self-adjust to fit the varying shaped cup or container. An separate, annular spacer sleeve may also be placed over the small cup prior to insertion in apparatus  1533  and  1534  to provide a means to securely hold small cup within apparatus. 
     FIG. 76 is a cut away view of the applause enhancing apparatus of the present invention having an selectively adjustable means to hold smaller containers that would be normally too small to be properly held by apparatus  1533  and  1534 . Applause enhancing apparatus  1533  and  1534  having a striking surfaces  1302  and  1402  respectively, being assembled with rigid limiting post  1538  inserted through aperture  1588  to hold cup  1110  with bottom  1112 . Selectively movable portion  1107  may be positioned within apparatus  1534  to allow a smaller container  1110  to properly seat within larger apparatus  1533  and  1534 . When selectively moveable portion  1107  is positioned within apparatus  1534 , an aperture, or opening  1106  is created in side wall of apparatus  1534 . 
     Referring particularly to the embodiments shown in FIGS. 66-76, in operation, to use as a cup holder, sections are folded together to create a cup holder by inserting and locking each of the four connector pins through the corresponding holes. The sections must be properly joined together before using. A 20 to 24 oz. fountain cup or a 16 to 24 oz plastic cup may be placed in the tubular body to allow consumption of a beverage. Because the beverage container now includes a handle, the user&#39;s hands will not be cold from direct contact with the beverage container. 
     For use as a hand clapper, the fountain cup or plastic cup must be removed from the device. The cup is held by the handle and struck against the free hand, like clapping. For one handed use, the device is slapped against a leg. The device may also be used as a megaphone by holding the cup by the handle and placing the smaller opening near the mouth and shouting and speaking therein. Because the hinges are breakable, the device may be mated with other cups of different colors to achieve color combinations.