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Dear Ms. Pembroke:

The marching band is planning its annual trip to Florida for a parade and contests. This trip is something that the band members anticipate each year. To prepare for the journey, the members of the band have raised funds to cover their expenses.

The band director, Ms. Lantzy, will be coming on the trip; however, we still need more volunteers. Because you have worked with the band in the past, I believe you would make a wonderful chaperone.

Please consider joining the Smithfield Middle School marching band on our trip to Florida. I believe you would be a wonderful candidate for the position, and I look forward to speaking with you about the trip.

Sincerely,

Madison Ray
Which of these is the BEST transition to use between paragraphs 1 and 2?
A) Although we have paid for our trip, we still need to find chaperones for the event.
B) I am writing to you because I know that you get very excited about traveling.
C) Though we are almost ready for our trip, we still have some things to do.
D) Furthermore, we need help from people in our community.