Question

choose the best transitions to complete the passage.
football is an important part of the high school experience in many towns around the nation. studies show,
, that helmets do not provide enough protection for the brain. in fact, some players can end up
age. a blow to the head causes a concussion, which means that the brain hits the skull.
, schools should consider whether the game is worth the risk.
however
for example
therefore

Explanation:

• "However" is used to show a contrast. In the passage, it contrasts the importance of football (positive aspect) with the fact that helmets don't protect the brain enough (negative aspect).
• "For example" is used to give an instance. Here, "a blow to the head causes a concussion..." is an example of the risk (since helmets don't protect enough).
• "Therefore" is used to show a conclusion. "Schools should consider whether the game is worth the risk" is a conclusion drawn from the previous information about the risks (helmets not protecting well, concussions etc.).

Answer:

First blank: However
Second blank: For example
Third blank: Therefore