Read the sentence.

Question

Squeaky’s mother wants her to participate in the May Pole dancing; _______, Squeaky only wants to run in the fifty-yard dash.

Which transition best completes the sentence?

however
in addition
because
therefore

Answer 1

The best transition to complete the sentence is "however."

The completed sentence would read:

"Squeaky’s mother wants her to participate in the May Pole dancing; however, Squeaky only wants to run in the fifty-yard dash."

This transition effectively contrasts the mother's wishes with Squeaky's desires.