transition – n. a change from one group or state or condition to another

assets – n. investments or other items worth money

swamp – n. a wet and muddy place outside

pond – n. a body of water

daunting – adj. difficult

task – n. a job for someone to do

inauguration – n. the ceremony when the new president is sworn into office

pardon – v. to be forgiven, so one will not face punishment

lobby – v. to try to influence government officials to make decisions for or against something