Read this sentence carefully. The autocratic leader handed out orders left and right. What kind of context clue would you use
to understand the meaning of autocratic? A. A clue offered by an example B. Clues from another sentence C. Clues from your experience or general information D. A clue provided by contrast with a signal word
A clue offered by an example ( example context clue ) helps to understand the meaning of the word <em>autocratic</em> because the sentence presents specific examples that define this adjective. The words "handed out orders left and right" are clear and definite examples of a conduct of an autocratic leader, which is someone who demands that people completely obey them.
