The author uses a word that means, "having the power to take control and give orders." Click on the word in the text that best represents that idea.
"Oh, Abuela," I gasp. "I had no inkling that this was happening today. You have no idea
how curious I have been, wondering if I would ever be allowed to see The Book. Thank you for
trusting me with its knowledge, and I promise I will treat what I learn with the utmost respect
and secrecy, it deserves."
"Claudia," my grandmother replies with a wavering voice, "You are a wonderful girl, and
I cannot wait to see the lady you will become." With her eyes tearing, she straightens herself
up, adjusts her apron and announces with the same authoritative tone I have heard many
times, "Now put on that apron: we have a lot of cooking to get through today."