Choose the best definition of an illustration paragraph. O A. A paragraph that supplies several different examples to support
the topic sentence
B. A paragraph that introduces a subject in the topic sentence and
1 gives an extended example in the supporting sentences
C. A paragraph that teaches you how to draw great illustrations
D. A paragraph that provides three illustrations to support the topic
sentence

B) A paragraph that introduces a subject in the topic sentence and

gives an extended example in the supporting sentences

one written to illustrate a point with examples. It consists of a topic sentence followed by specific examples arranged in some order.

I too believe the answer to be letter D.  A body of clergy, living together and supported by a foundation,

Explanation:

The Latin word collegium means "an association of collegae". Collegae is the plural form of collega, which means partner in office (hence, the English "colleague"). From collegium, the word college was developed. In the 14th century, is was used to refer to a resident body of ecclesiastics supported by an endowment. Letter D paraphrases such meaning very well: a body of clergy, living together and supported by a foundation. College soon presented some other meanings as well. But, since we have to choose among the options given, the best one is indeed letter D.