ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 140572 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.43
Score 0% 69%

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1 Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college.
69% Answer Correctly
comfort
beneficial
untenable
composed

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

2 The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations.
80% Answer Correctly
melodious
ramble
intricate
advance

Solution
The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."

3 The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success.
82% Answer Correctly
procrastinate
medium
accentuate
regurgitate

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 regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

4 Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework.
50% Answer Correctly
proximity
combative
distortion
altruistic

Solution
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

5 Epitaph most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
lenient
implausible
ramble
inscription

Solution
The definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person." Used in a sentence: "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."