Question

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

Answer 1

a clue provided by contrast with a single word

Answer 2

A: A clue offered by an example.

Step-by-step explanation:

A clue offered by an example ( example context clue ) helps to understand the meaning of the word autocratic 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.