Question

read the last paragraph of an argument in favor of censoring content on social media.
______ social media content can be offensive, violent, and vicious. in many cases it has led to harmful acts. censorship of social media is no longer a topic for philosophical debate. it is time to take action to protect ourselves and our children.
which transitional words or phrases best fit in the blank? select two options.
□ as a result,
□ because
□ in conclusion,
□ similarly,
□ to summarize,

Explanation:

1. Analyze "In conclusion": The paragraph is summarizing the argument for censoring social media (stating reasons like offensive content, harmful acts, then concluding it's time to act). "In conclusion" is used to wrap up an argument, fitting here.
2. Analyze "To summarize": It also serves to recap the main points (reasons for censorship) and lead to the final call to action, matching the paragraph's structure of presenting reasons and then a conclusion.
3. Eliminate others: "As a result" implies a direct consequence (but the blank is introducing reasons or summarizing, not showing a result of prior action). "Because" would be used to introduce a reason, but the blank is at the start of a summary of reasons and a conclusion, not introducing a single reason. "Similarly" is used to compare, which isn't relevant here.

Answer:

C. In conclusion, E. To summarize,