Read this excerpt from an argumentative essay.
students participating in school athletics should be required to maintain a 2.0 in all academic courses. most of douglas high’s varsity athletes prioritize their schoolwork; but, there are a few who ignore their responsibilities.
which transition word would best replace the underlined word?
a. consequently
b. however
c. accordingly
d. as a result

For what is required by the question and the options of answers provided, I assume the underlined word was 'but'. If that's the case, then the best option would be letter B. Both 'however' and 'but' are adversative adverbs, that is, transition words with an adversative implication - They connect two informations that generally contradict one another (like in the example above). The words 'although', 'nonetheless' and 'nevertheless' have the same function, although used in different situations.

the answer to number one is b the answer to number to is a

each year on this day, i make it a point to listen to dr. martin luther king jr.’s great “i have a dream” speech. it’s electrifying every single time.

the content of dr. king’s speech, his inspiring presence, and the moment in history all came together to make the iconic “i have a dream” speech the defining moment of the american civil rights movement. but there are several other reasons why this speech, delivered over 50 years ago, remains an example of one of the best speeches in american history.

since part of my job is to people become better presenters, i’ve noticed several techniques that we can all learn from and be inspired by in this magnificent speech.

it’s anchored in a powerful related location

in most cases, you can’t handpick the spot to give a presentation, as mlk did for supreme symbolic effect when he stood on the steps of the lincoln memorial and echoed the opening words of the gettysburg address (“five score years ago . . ). but you absolutely can amplify your message by adapting it to your setting and location.