This resource is a very simple, straight-forward, and easy-to-follow essay writing outline designed to guide students in crafting explanatory/expository quote-based and situational-based essays.This guide and outline breaks down the essay writing process step-by-step, and even includes models around each paragraph with specific tips and tricks for further development. *An additional exemplary explanatory/expository essay with commentary around what makes it so effective is also included.Be sure