Topic-Restriction-Illustration+Frame

Topic Restriction Illustration Frame

Expository texts that fit this pattern commonly include these elements:
 * The Topic-Restriction-Illustration Frame**


 * Topic:** a general statement about the topic being discussed.
 * Guiding Question:**What is the general statment or topic?


 * Restriction:** statements that limit the information in some way.
 * Guiding Question**: What information does the author give that narrows or restricts the general statement or topic?


 * Illustration:** statements that exemplify the topic or restriction.
 * Guiding Question:** What examples does the author give to illustrate the topic or restriction?