Which sentence would BEST conclude this paragraph and provide a transition for the next paragraph about how the Trumans lived after they left The White House?
A. Truman did not want to change much of the White House from how Roosevelt had decorated it.
B. Roosevelt had family money and other nice homes, so the glory (or lack of glory) of The White House meant less to him.
C. Presidents James Madison and Ronald Reagan also had extensive renovations completed while they lived in The White House.
D. Truman’s lodgings during his presidency were not glamorous; furthermore, his finances afterwards were almost embarrassing.
The best conclusion for the paragraph would be:
D. Truman’s lodgings during his presidency were not glamorous; furthermore, his finances afterwards were almost embarrassing.
Explanation: This sentence effectively summarizes the key points about Truman’s experiences in The White House and smoothly transitions to discussing his life after leaving the presidency, focusing on the stark contrast in his living conditions and financial situation. It sets up the next paragraph by hinting at the challenges he faced, which is likely to be the focus of that section.