Transition Words

___________ Alexus had never played soccer before, she learned the rules quickly.

I have been under a lot of pressure lately; ________, I'm in a bad mood.

Severe thunderstorms passed through Monday morning; _________, the football game was cancelled.

There are many species of flightless birds. _________, penguins can swim but cannot fly.

Nadia enjoys rollerskating, ______________ she is not very good at it.

I missed my family; ______________, they missed their son.

Maria cleaned the entire living room; ____________, her brother cleaned the kitchen.

There are beautiful people around me; ________ I have a wonderful family that supports me.

The current political situation is worrying; ___, people don't seem to be too worried about it.

Miguel likes to play baseball; _____________, his sister prefers tennis.