ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 186849 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.89
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1 Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show.
78% Answer Correctly
egotist
benefactor
prompt
extenuating

Solution
The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."

2 The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations.
80% Answer Correctly
awe
inviolable
eloquent
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 eloquent is "fluent, expressive.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

3 "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over."
84% Answer Correctly
diffident
review
clarity
fidelity

Solution
The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for fidelity is "state of being faithful.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."

4 Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check.
79% Answer Correctly
exasperation
gravity
shorten
composed

Solution
The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for gravity is "importance, significance.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

5 Extol most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
eulogy
serenity
glorify
insolence

Solution
The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for eulogy is "speech or writing in praise of deceased.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."