"The policy is considered draconian by critics." What does "draconian" mean?

A Fair

B Excessively harsh or severe

C Democratic

D Ancient

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

"Draconian" means extremely harsh or cruel, named after Draco, the ancient Athenian lawmaker.

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The correct answer to the question ""The policy is considered draconian by critics." What does "draconian" mean?" is Option B: Excessively harsh or severe.

The other options — A) Fair, C) Democratic, D) Ancient — are incorrect for this SAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: "Draconian" means extremely harsh or cruel, named after Draco, the ancient Athenian lawmaker.

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"The policy is considered draconian by critics." What does "draconian" mean?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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