The thesis sentence is used for several specific reasons, but which of the following is not one of them?
A) to create smooth transitions
B) to generate main points
C) to suggest organizational patterns
D) to focus audience attention

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The thesis sentence is not used primarily to create smooth transitions, although it may contribute to the cohesiveness of a text. Its main purpose is to generate main points, suggest organizational patterns, and focus audience attention on the main idea or argument of the text.

The Thesis Sentence Is Used for Several Specific Reasons, but Which