ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 139946 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.81
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1 Moderate most nearly means:
82% Answer Correctly
eloquent
medium
discern
ecstatic

Solution
The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for eloquent is "fluent, expressive.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional."

2 Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens.
81% Answer Correctly
demean
foster
grandiose
onset

Solution
The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for onset is "Beginning.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

3 "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother.
77% Answer Correctly
revoke
extenuating
prevent
raucous

Solution
The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."

4 Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false.
67% Answer Correctly
solace
neutralize
brandish
immoderate

Solution
The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

5 The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos.
74% Answer Correctly
meticulous
scamper
compassion
flourish

Solution
The definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity." Used in a sentence: The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."