Question

the swift fox once roamed widely across the great plains. ______ extensive habitat loss and predator - control programs caused the species to disappear from much of its range.
which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
choose 1 answer:
a for example,
b consequently,
c meanwhile,
d however,

Explanation:

The first sentence says the swift fox once roamed widely. The second sentence talks about the species disappearing from much of its range due to habitat loss and predator - control programs. There is a contrast between the past wide roaming and the current disappearance.

• Option A "For example" is used to give an example, which does not fit the contrast context.
• Option B "Consequently" is used to show a result or consequence, but the second sentence is not a result of the first in a positive way, rather a contrast.
• Option C "Meanwhile" is used to show two things happening at the same time, which is not the case here.
• Option D "However" is used to show a contrast, which fits the relationship between the two sentences.

Answer:

D. However,